The geometry and topology of 3-manifolds

Authors

Jason DeBlois, University of Illinois at Chicago

Document Type

Presentation Abstract

Presentation Date

11-16-2009

Abstract

I will describe the "geometric" perspective on the study of three-dimensional manifolds, using lots of examples. This was introduced by W.P. Thurston over thirty years ago. I will record some of the main conjectures in the field and describe progress towards their resolution. The talk is intended for a general mathematical audience.

Additional Details

Monday, 16 November 2009
3:10 p.m. in Math 103
4:00 p.m. Refreshments in Math Lounge 109

Recommended Citation

DeBlois, Jason, "The geometry and topology of 3-manifolds" (2009). Colloquia of the Department of Mathematical Sciences. 334.
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/mathcolloquia/334