Quiver varieties and crystal bases of quantum affine algebras at NCSU, May 25-29, 2010

The interaction between quiver representations and Lie theory has sparkled several important developments in mathematics, On the one hand Lusztig's canonical basis or Kashiwara's crystal bases for quantum enveloping algebras have been a key propeller for the developments in Lie theory. On the other hand, Nakajima's work on quiver varieties has lead to new connection among representation theory, geometry and mathematical physics.

In order to make this new area of research accessible to a wide audience we are organizing a CBMS conference on "Quiver theory and crystal bases of quantum affine algebras" at North Carolina State University during May 25-29, 2010 with Hiraku Nakajima as the principal speaker. As the inventor of quiver varieties and a leading practioner in this field, Prof. Nakajima will give ten lectures on the subject aiming to introduce graduate students and new comers to the current research and chart possible future directions. We encourage participation from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities by giving priority for financial support.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
0938535
Program Officer
Jennifer Slimowitz Pearl
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
2010-01-01
Budget End
2011-12-31
Support Year
Fiscal Year
2009
Total Cost
$37,899
Indirect Cost
Name
North Carolina State University Raleigh
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Raleigh
State
NC
Country
United States
Zip Code
27695