Operator Algebra Seminars

Fri., Nov. 4, 2016 10:00 a.m. - Fri., Nov. 4, 2016 12:00 p.m.

Location: RIC 215

Speaker: Masoud Khalkhali

Title: Matrix integrals and random matrix theory from finite spectral triples

Abstract:

I shall discuss ongoing work where we study random matrix models suggested by noncommutative geometry and the quest to quantize gravity. As a rule these models are far more complicated than most of the well understood matrix models.

The possibility of a rigorous proof of a phase transition as the coupling constants varies is a very interesting and challenging problem. I shall provide necessary background material in the talk.