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The exciting and rapidly growing field of topological materials has brought with it unexpected new connections between physics and pure mathematics. As the name suggests, topology has played a significant role in understanding and classifying these materials. In this talk, Dr. Steven Rayan will offer a brief look at another emerging chapter in this story in which exotic geometries – of the kind found in the woodcuts of M.C. Escher! – and ultimately algebra geometry are used to anticipate new models of quantum matter. There will be lots of pictures and the talk is intended to be enjoyed by individuals from multiple disciplines.
Contact:
Cherie Secrist | cherie.secrist@uleth.ca | (403) 329-2470