In this talk, we give introductory definitions for the continuous model theory of von Neumann algebras. We also provide some motivation for using model theory to study structural questions, most notably regarding the question of isomorphic ultrapowers of $II_1$ factors. Time permitting, we will broadly discuss some recent progress and open problems in the field. No knowledge of model theory is assumed.
ASUERAU C*-Seminar
Oct. 19, 2022
WXLR A307 and virtual via Zoom
1:30-2:45pm MST/AZ
Our C*-Seminar will again be on Wednesdays from 1:30-2:45 pm (Arizona time, no daylight savings), meeting both in person (WXLR A307) and via zoom.
Also new: it's now the ASUERAU C*-Seminar (so, joint with our friends Lara and Mitch at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University up the road in Prescott).
(Please email the organizer John Quigg quigg@asu.edu to be put on the email list if you would like to receive the link to the zoom seminar.)
Jennifer Pi
Graduate Student
University of California - Irvine