The classification of C*-algebras

Authors

Zhuang Niu, University of Wyoming

Document Type

Presentation Abstract

Presentation Date

3-12-2018

Abstract

A C*-algebra is an algebra of bounded linear operators acting on a Hilbert space, closed under adjoint operation and closed under the norm topology. Prototype examples include the algebra of n by n matrices and the algebra of continuous function on a compact Hausdorff space, and in general, C*-algebras arise naturally in the studies of dynamical systems, mathematical physics, group theory, and representation theory, etc. In this talk, I will give an overview of the recent progress on the classification of C*-algebras using the K-theory information.

Additional Details

Monday, March 12, 2018 at 3:00 p.m. in Math 103
Refreshments at 4:00 p.m. in Math Lounge 109

Recommended Citation

Niu, Zhuang, "The classification of C*-algebras" (2018). Colloquia of the Department of Mathematical Sciences. 543.
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/mathcolloquia/543