This project is concerned with isomorphism problems for complete sets in complexity classes. For example, one of the most important open questions in structural complexity theory is whether the NP-complete sets are all isomorphic under polynomial time computable and polynomial time invertible bijections. The study focuses on conditions under which such isomorphisms do or do not exist for complete problems in natural complexity classes, such NP and exponential time, and on the implications of these conditions. In addition to polynomial time isomorphism, weaker forms of polynomial time equivalence are also being investigated for complete problems.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Computer and Communication Foundations (CCF)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
8909071
Program Officer
Dana S. Richards
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1989-07-15
Budget End
1992-08-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1989
Total Cost
$60,000
Indirect Cost
Name
Ohio State University
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Columbus
State
OH
Country
United States
Zip Code
43210