| School of Mathematical Sciences Colloquium Series | |
The Selberg integral
by
Professor Ole Warnaar
Location: 7.15 Innova21
Date: Friday, 05 August
Time: 15:10
Abstract: In this talk I will give a gentle introduction to the mathematics surrounding the Selberg integral. Selberg's integral, which first appeared in two rather unusual papers by Atle Selberg in the 1940s, has become famous as much for its association with (other) mathematical greats such as Enrico Bombieri and Freeman Dyson as for its importance in algebra (Coxeter groups), geometry (hyperplane arrangements) and number theory (the Riemann hypothesis). In this talk I will review the remarkable history of the Selberg integral and discuss some of its early applications. Time permitting I will end the talk by describing some of my own, ongoing work on Selberg integrals related to Lie algebras.
The Colloquium will be followed by a reception for our speaker in the Staff Tea Room with wine and nibbles to which all are invited.
The Colloquium will be followed by a reception for our speaker in
the Staff Tea Room with wine and nibbles to which all are invited.