Description
Friendly introduction to higher index theory, a growing subject at the intersection of geometry, topology and operator algebras.
About the Author
Rufus Willett is Professor of Mathematics at the University of Hawaii, Manoa. He has interdisciplinary research interests across large-scale geometry, K-theory, index theory, manifold topology and geometry, and operator algebras. Guoliang Yu is the Powell Chair in Mathematics and University Distinguished Professor at Texas A & M University. He was an invited speaker at the International Congress of Mathematicians in 2006, is a Fellow of the American Mathematical Society and a Simons Fellow in Mathematics. His research interests include large-scale geometry, K-theory, index theory, manifold topology and geometry, and operator algebras.
Reviews
'This book is an exceptional blend of clear, concise, delightfully written exposition and thorough scholarship. The book also has much to offer more experienced researchers.' Peter Haskell, European Mathematical Society
Book Information
ISBN 9781108491068
Author Rufus Willett
Format Hardback
Page Count 592
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 940g
Dimensions(mm) 234mm * 158mm * 36mm