By
ÖZGÜN ÜNLÜ
(BİLKENT UNIVERSITY)
Abstract: In this talk we will discuss the problem of
finding group theoretic conditions that characterizes the finite groups which
can act freely on a given product of spheres. The study of this problem breaks
up into two aspects: (1) Find group theoretic restrictions on finite groups
that can act freely on the given product. (2) Construct explicit free actions
of finite groups on the given product. I will give a quick overview of the
first aspect of this topic. Then I will discuss some recently employed methods
of constructing such actions.
Date: Friday, November 6, 2015
Time: 15.40
Place: Mathematics Seminar Room, SA – 141
Tea and cookies will be served before the
seminar.