Combinatorial Representation Theory: Discovering the Interfaces of Algebra with Geometry and Topology
Lead Research Organisation:
University of Leeds
Department Name: Pure Mathematics
Abstract
A fundamental, and often successful, way of studying an abstract mathematical object is to consider methods of representing it in another, more concrete object. This is a powerful idea, and recent progress in algebraic representation theory and related areas has given rise to strong opportunities for the transformation of other fields. In particular, geometric and combinatorial phenomena initially specific to representation theory have emerged in many other fields, leading to effective new techniques and applications. Our team is at the forefront of these developments. The PI and the five CoIs have contributed to major advances in the past decade, with their expertise ranging from algebra, geometry, and topology to mathematical physics. This provides new ways to link algebra and geometry & topology. Examples include the categorification of the Grassmannian cluster structure, the McKay correspondence for reflection groups, the lifting of Lie-theoretic techniques to 2-dimensional category theory, with applications to topological physics, and the derivation of decomposition matrices of Brauer algebras from generalised Lie geometry. In all cases, the medium for interpolating between the theories is an emergent geometrical property which is not well understood. For the advancement of research, there is a strong need for explaining these phenomena and placing them in an encompassing novel paradigm. Our proposal hence seeks to understand and investigate relations between very different areas, and so to push on from there in a more systematic framework. This aim would benefit from a broad, holistic view of representation theory, embracing Lie theory, algebraic geometry, low dimensional topology and mathematical physics. Our team in Leeds is uniquely qualified to pursue this programme. Together with specialist collaboration of many mathematicians at our international partner institutions, we will address the current challenges, provide solutions to open questions and develop applications by establishing bridging to other fields. We are in a position to embrace the perspectives of both pure and application-driven mathematics, and with the potential, in the long term, for serving the needs of physical sciences, life sciences and engineering. This unification of perspectives requires a programme-level research structure and algebra is the right core platform for such an ambitious venture. Thus our proposal will push forward the mathematical state-of-the-art and will shape the future directions in the areas we touch upon.
Organisations
- University of Leeds (Lead Research Organisation)
- Norwegian University of Science and Technology (Project Partner)
- University of Cologne (Project Partner)
- University of Quebec at Montreal (Project Partner)
- Uppsala University (Project Partner)
- Texas A&M University (Project Partner)
- University of Talca (Project Partner)
Publications
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Ahmed C
(2023)
Tonal partition algebras: fundamental and geometrical aspects of representation theory
in Communications in Algebra
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August J
(2024)
Categories for Grassmannian Cluster Algebras of Infinite Rank
in International Mathematics Research Notices
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August J
(2023)
Cluster structures for the A8$A_\infty$ singularity
in Journal of the London Mathematical Society
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Baur K
(2022)
Torsion pairs and cosilting in type A ˜
in Journal of Pure and Applied Algebra
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BAUR K
(2022)
CORRIGENDUM TO "CLUSTER CATEGORIES FROM GRASSMANNIANS AND ROOT COMBINATORICS"
in Nagoya Mathematical Journal
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Baur K
(2023)
Infinite friezes and triangulations of annuli
in Journal of Algebra and Its Applications
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Baur K
(2023)
Cluster algebras generated by projective cluster variables
in Journal of Algebra
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Baur K
(2023)
Corrigendum: A geometric model for the module category of a gentle algebra
in International Mathematics Research Notices
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Baur K
(2023)
Orbifold diagrams
in Journal of Algebra
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Baur K
(2023)
Listen2Intuition: A Mathematics & Arts exhibition project
in European Mathematical Society Magazine
Description | 2023 OEMG Tagung (Meeting of the Austrian Mathematical Society) Mini Symposium: Algebra, Geometry and Physics |
Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | National |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | national conference in Austria. Two members presented at the algebra session. |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
Description | Autumn School and workshop on Singularities and Torus Actions |
Form Of Engagement Activity | A formal working group, expert panel or dialogue |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | National |
Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
Results and Impact | An autumn school for early career researchers. |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
URL | https://uol.de/mathematik/aktuelles/singularities-and-torus-actions |
Description | CLAN (CLusters and their Applications in the North) Meeting |
Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | Regional |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | Researchers in the field attended this workshop, an inaugural meeting for a new network in the north |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2024 |
URL | https://clan-clusterstructures.github.io/upcoming/ |
Description | Internal Algebra Seminar |
Form Of Engagement Activity | A formal working group, expert panel or dialogue |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | Local |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | This seminar is for the core team member (PI and CoIs, postdocs, PhD students of team members) and open to the pure mathematics department in Leeds. The contents vary: We have mini courses by team members, talks by visitors and research discussions where team members present a current aspect of their research in a short talk (10 minutes). With this, we provide new opportunities to interact and create new collaborations. |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2022,2023 |
URL | https://sites.google.com/view/crt-leeds/activities-in-leeds |
Description | Introductory workshop Commutative Algebra |
Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | International |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | Introductory workshop for a semester programme at MSRI |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2024 |
URL | https://www.slmath.org/workshops/1053 |
Description | Master Class |
Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | International |
Primary Audience | Postgraduate students |
Results and Impact | 20-30 participants (early career researchers) attended this master class. I taught a course on cluster structures and geometric models |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2022 |
URL | https://www.math.ku.dk/english/calendar/events/cart/ |
Description | Maths and art: creating together, CIRM |
Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | National |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | interaction between artists and mathematicians. Also run a workshop for school children. |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
URL | https://conferences.cirm-math.fr/2797.html |
Description | Perceiving Art: Physical Principles and Research Challenges |
Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | International |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | interaction between mathematicians, artists, psychologists |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
URL | https://art-math-science.net/projects/ |
Description | Resolutions in Local Algebra and Singularity Theory |
Form Of Engagement Activity | Participation in an activity, workshop or similar |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | International |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | High profile workshop in Oberwolfach, Germany. Co-I Eleonore Faber was an organiser for it. |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
URL | https://www.mfo.de/occasion/2306/www_view |
Description | Workshop ARTIG3 (Algebras and Representation Theory in Germany): Representation theory and noncommutative geometry |
Form Of Engagement Activity | A talk or presentation |
Part Of Official Scheme? | No |
Geographic Reach | National |
Primary Audience | Professional Practitioners |
Results and Impact | Conference in the memory of Helmut Lenzing |
Year(s) Of Engagement Activity | 2023 |
URL | https://math.uni-paderborn.de/sfb-trr-358/artig3 |