The search for the exotic

David Evans (University of Cardiff)

Tuesday 28th October, 2014 16:00-17:00 Maths 416

Abstract

Subfactor theory provides a framework for studying modular invariant partition functions in conformal field theory, and candidates for exotic modular tensor categories. I will describe work with Terry Gannon on the search for exotic theories beyond those from symmetries based on loop groups  and finite groups.

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