Superalgebras and their uses

Authors

Dr. Mark Wilson, Department of Mathematical Sciences, Northern Illinois University and candidate for the Algebra position

Document Type

Presentation Abstract

Presentation Date

3-9-1999

Abstract

I will demystify the term "superalgebra". The name has origins in physics (which will be described), and the objects themselves are of great importance to mathematics. Several fundamental questions about their algebraic structure are still unsolved.

I shall spend some time on familiarization by means of basic examples. After short excursions to outline the necessary historical background in mathematics and physics, the talk will turn to algebraic questions, my work in the area, and open problems.

Additional Details

Tuesday, 9 March 1999
4:10 p.m. in MA 109
Coffee/Tea/Treats 3:30 p.m. in MA 104 (Lounge)

Recommended Citation

Wilson, Dr. Mark, "Superalgebras and their uses" (1999). Colloquia of the Department of Mathematical Sciences. 37.
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/mathcolloquia/37