Representation Theory: Path models and decompositions. The research in this proposal develops tools for capitalising on the benefits of symmetry in large complex systems. These techniques and processes are applicable for solving complex problems in large interactive systems. This project will involve young researchers and train them for problem solving in a wealth of fields, including management, the sciences, the financial industries, and the development of technologies. The research is in o ....Representation Theory: Path models and decompositions. The research in this proposal develops tools for capitalising on the benefits of symmetry in large complex systems. These techniques and processes are applicable for solving complex problems in large interactive systems. This project will involve young researchers and train them for problem solving in a wealth of fields, including management, the sciences, the financial industries, and the development of technologies. The research is in one of the most active cutting edge areas of pure mathematics and will contribute to maintaining Australia's position as a leading nationality in research in representation theory and its applications.
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Harmonic analysis and dispersive partial differential equations. This project aims to develop theoretical results and practical techniques in the study of Partial Differential Equations. Harmonic analysis is used to study these equations; in which a system’s local behaviour is used to analyse global properties, using techniques such as the Fourier transform. The project will investigate central problems in the area, revealing deep connections between analysis and geometry, and apply these to stu ....Harmonic analysis and dispersive partial differential equations. This project aims to develop theoretical results and practical techniques in the study of Partial Differential Equations. Harmonic analysis is used to study these equations; in which a system’s local behaviour is used to analyse global properties, using techniques such as the Fourier transform. The project will investigate central problems in the area, revealing deep connections between analysis and geometry, and apply these to study the solutions’ long-term behaviour to non-linear equations. Expected outcomes include theoretical results and practical techniques to solve non-linear dispersive equations, which arise in quantum and fluid mechanics.Read moreRead less
Geometric Group Theory. Groups arise naturally as symmetries of geometric objects. Often groups have an interesting geometric structure obtained by thinking of these geometric objects coursely. This project aims to study the subgroup structure of such groups and obtain homological, geometric and algorithmic information. It further investigates natural decompositions of groups with geometric structure along special subgroups so that the factors have simpler properties.{P
Problems of duality for semigroups and other algebras. The theory of natural dualities has emerged as a powerful tool in algebra and its applications, including logic, computer science and theoretical physics. The project aims to apply recently developed techniques to a particular class of mathematical objects of established application in areas such as automata and language theory; namely the class of semigroups. As well as the contribution to the theory of semigroups, the work will provide a ....Problems of duality for semigroups and other algebras. The theory of natural dualities has emerged as a powerful tool in algebra and its applications, including logic, computer science and theoretical physics. The project aims to apply recently developed techniques to a particular class of mathematical objects of established application in areas such as automata and language theory; namely the class of semigroups. As well as the contribution to the theory of semigroups, the work will provide an understanding of the limits and full potential of application of the general theory of natural dualities.Read moreRead less
Rigidity in measured group theory and geometric group theory. Elite universities throughout the world have all made a point of being leaders in the field of pure mathematics. Geometric group theory and orbit equivalence are currently topical areas which attract many of the best young pure mathematicians as is demonstrated by recent invited talks at the International Congress of Mathematicians. This project will foster the development of these fields in Australia as well as nurturing existing e ....Rigidity in measured group theory and geometric group theory. Elite universities throughout the world have all made a point of being leaders in the field of pure mathematics. Geometric group theory and orbit equivalence are currently topical areas which attract many of the best young pure mathematicians as is demonstrated by recent invited talks at the International Congress of Mathematicians. This project will foster the development of these fields in Australia as well as nurturing existing efforts and international links. This proposal will also provide training and research experience for Australian honours and graduate students in mathematics.Read moreRead less
Macdonald polynomials: Combinatorics and representations. This proposal is part of the aim to build a world class research team in algebraic combinatorics and combinatorial representation theory at the University of Melbourne, led by the two CI.
These fields are currently experiencing very rapid growth and development, and a strong Australia based team will further enhance the country's strong reputation in combinatorics and algebra.
The project will also provide a perfect training ground fo ....Macdonald polynomials: Combinatorics and representations. This proposal is part of the aim to build a world class research team in algebraic combinatorics and combinatorial representation theory at the University of Melbourne, led by the two CI.
These fields are currently experiencing very rapid growth and development, and a strong Australia based team will further enhance the country's strong reputation in combinatorics and algebra.
The project will also provide a perfect training ground for Higher Degree Students with interests in pure mathematics as well as computer
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Curvature flows and spectral estimates. Curvature flows are a class of geometrically motivated equations, modelled on the heat equation. Recently, researchers have developed new methods for studying the regularity of solutions to these equations, and applied them to a different problem, that of estimating quantities depending on the smaller eigenvalues of a Schroedinger operator. This project builds on the early success of this research and will produce a new understanding of the behaviour of ei ....Curvature flows and spectral estimates. Curvature flows are a class of geometrically motivated equations, modelled on the heat equation. Recently, researchers have developed new methods for studying the regularity of solutions to these equations, and applied them to a different problem, that of estimating quantities depending on the smaller eigenvalues of a Schroedinger operator. This project builds on the early success of this research and will produce a new understanding of the behaviour of eigenvalues, establish sharp estimates for spectral quantities, particularly on manifolds with curvature bounds, and find optimal conditions under which non-compact solutions to curvature flows are stable.Read moreRead less
Coset spaces and Hecke algebra actions. This project will develop fundamental models and their mechanics as tools for studying subtle geometry and hidden symmetry in number systems and systems of equations. These powerful new models will provide an elementary and tractable approach for exploiting patterns that are naturally embedded in complex systems.
Geometric methods in representation theory and the Langlands program. This research project aims to study questions in representation theory of groups using geometric methods. A central role is played by Langlands program which, broadly understood, can be viewed as a grand unified theory of mathematics. One setting for the work is modular representation theory with the aim of understanding irreducible characters. The project also aims to work on combinatorics and geometry in algebraic groups in ....Geometric methods in representation theory and the Langlands program. This research project aims to study questions in representation theory of groups using geometric methods. A central role is played by Langlands program which, broadly understood, can be viewed as a grand unified theory of mathematics. One setting for the work is modular representation theory with the aim of understanding irreducible characters. The project also aims to work on combinatorics and geometry in algebraic groups in small characteristics and one goal is to obtain a more uniform geometric understanding across all characteristics. The project also aims to work in the context of real groups and with the Gukov-Witten "fix of the orbit method" via branes. Finally, the project expects to begin a study of deformations of Galois representations in a general context.Read moreRead less
Generalized group characters. With its numerous international visitors, Ganter's program will be a significant gain for Melbourne as a centre of science and research. Students at all levels will benefit from training in a scientific environment of world-rank.
Ganter plans to build a research community in her field, involving individuals across the nation; this will be a good addition to the Australian research landscape. Finally, she hopes that her past experience in working with minority stud ....Generalized group characters. With its numerous international visitors, Ganter's program will be a significant gain for Melbourne as a centre of science and research. Students at all levels will benefit from training in a scientific environment of world-rank.
Ganter plans to build a research community in her field, involving individuals across the nation; this will be a good addition to the Australian research landscape. Finally, she hopes that her past experience in working with minority students will enable her to contribute to creating a more diverse research community in pure mathematics in Melbourne and across Australia.Read moreRead less