A tour on quantum topology and categorification

Abstract: Quantum topology is a generic term used to designate algebraic-topological constructions that are, in some broad sense, close to the Jones polynomial and its variants. In this talk, I will give an overview of topological quantum invariants and their categorification, from their historical origins with the Jones polynomial to modern developments. I will introduce the main concepts and present several examples, highlighting their multidisciplinary impact within contemporary mathematics.

Mathematics

Audience: researchers in the topic

ANTLR seminar

Series comments: This is the Algebra, Number Theory, Logic and Representation theory seminar.