Topics on finite group actions on varieties and representation

Time：Mon. & Thur., 17:05-18:40, March 19-May21, 2026 (excluding April 6, April 30, May 4); Sat., 17:05-18:40, May 9, 2026

Venue：B627, Shuangqing Complex Building A

Organizer：/

Speaker：Cédric Bonnafé

Speaker：

Cédric Bonnafé

(Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique)

Time：

Mon. & Thur., 17:05-18:40, March 19-May21, 2026 (excluding April 6, April 30, May 4); Sat., 17:05-18:40, May 9, 2026

Venue：

B627, Shuangqing Complex Building A

Online:

Zoom Meeting ID: 4552601552

Passcode: YMSC

Description:

In this course we will study several topics involving finite group actions on varieties and their interactions with (and applications to) representation theory: invariant theory, reflection groups, Springer theory of eigenspaces, n! Conjecture, McKay correspondence… It aims to give an introduction to geometric representation theory through a battery of examples, each having its own flavour and interest.

DATEMarch 22, 2026

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