UCSB Distinguished Lectures in the Mathematical Sciences
Robbert Dijkgraaf, March 31 - April 4, 2008
Tuesday, April 1, 2008, 3:30 p.m. ESB 1001 (Refreshments at 3:00 p.m.) |
Robbert Dijkgraaf University of Amsterdam Abstract: I will review recent work that relates topological string theory, random matrices and integrable hierarchies, and that leads to a natural `quantum' deformation of conformal field theories on Riemann surfaces where algebraic curves are replaced by a non-commutative D-modules.
This first lecture is intended for a broad mathematical audience.
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Thursday, April 3, 2008, 3:30 p.m. South Hall Room 6635 |
Robbert Dijkgraaf University of Amsterdam |
Friday, April 4, 2008, 3:30 p.m. South Hall Room 6635 |
Robbert Dijkgraaf University of Amsterdam |