Delocalized homotopy theory

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Abstract

This project aims to develop new computational tools in the field of algebraic topology. Topology is the study of geometry where you identify one geometric object with another if one can be deformed into the other. The goal of algebraic topology is to ascribe discrete algebraic invariants to these geometric objects to distinguish their topological types. Understanding the topological type of geometric objects is a fundamental act of scientific/mathematical inquiry, comparable to the study of prime numbers, or the classification of the fundamental particles that constitute matter and carry forces. Topological computations have also been applied to solve problems in physics, and the field of topological data analysis applies the tools of algebraic topology to the qualitative study of high-dimensional data-sets. The focus of the project is on the interaction of localized and unlocalized computations of homotopy groups. Homotopy groups are the fundamental algebraic invariants which arise from geometric objects but are often very difficult to compute. These computations are made more accessible through the process of localization (inverting classes), but this process of localization loses information. The project will enhance our understanding of how to extract information about delocalized homotopy groups from these localizations. Activities in this project will also contribute to the training of the next generation of mathematicians. The specific research activitie

Key facts

NSF award ID
2506564
Awardee
University of Notre Dame (IN)
SAM.gov UEI
FPU6XGFXMBE9
PI
Mark J Behrens
Primary program
01002526DB NSF RESEARCH & RELATED ACTIVIT
All programs
Estimated total
$318,144
Funds obligated
$318,144
Transaction type
Standard Grant
Period
07/01/2025 → 06/30/2028