Blok will continue his work in universal algebra and algebraic logic. The main themes of this research are the finite basis problem for quasivarieties, the structure of congruence distributive varieties, and the connection between metalogical properties and algebraic ones. It is unlikely that such foundational studies will have immediate impact outside of algebra and mathematical logic, but given time, it is surprising how much of foundations finds its way into computer science.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
8703743
Program Officer
Ralph M. Krause
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1987-07-01
Budget End
1990-06-30
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1987
Total Cost
$36,600
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Illinois at Chicago
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Chicago
State
IL
Country
United States
Zip Code
60612