How good are quantum knot invariants?

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• Dani Tubbenhauer (University of Sydney)
• Tuesday 15 July 2025, 14:00-15:00
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GCLW01 - Modular Lie theory

Quantum invariants such as the Jones polynomial have reshaped our understanding of knot theory, revealingunexpected connections between algebra, geometry, and physics. Their development goes hand-in-handwith major advances in (modular) Lie theory, including quantum groups, Hecke algebras, and their categorifiedanalogs. In this visual talk, I will reflect on how the evolution of low-dimensional topology led me to seriouslyconsider the question in the title, and I will even share some partial answers.

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