Quantum Topology / Hopf Algebra Seminar
Louis H Kauffman
UIC
Knots, Knotoids and Virtual Knots
Abstract: A knotoid is a knot diagram with two ends such that the ends can be in separate regions of the diagram.
A diagrammatic theory of knotoids uses Reidemeister moves that do not involve the ends of the diagram.
This talk will explain motivations for studying knotoids (the definition is due to Vladimir Turaev) and relationships
of the theory of knotoids with virtual knot theory and a new theory of beaded knots. This talk is self-contained
and can be of interest to anyone who wants to learn about knot theory.
This is an organizational meeting for the Quantum Topology Seminar. If you are interested in talking in this seminar
or you have suggestions for topics for the seminar please contact Louis H Kauffman .
Tuesday January 15, 2019 at 3:00 PM in 612 SEO