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Graduate Student Homotopy Theory Seminar: Timmy Feng, "Gerbe Fixed Points in Motivic Homotopy Theory"

Event Type
Seminar/Symposium
Sponsor
Department of Mathematics
Location
207 Gregory Hall
Date
Oct 6, 2023   3:00 pm  
Speaker
Timmy Feng
Contact
Samuel Hsu
E-Mail
samuelh6@illinois.edu
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Originating Calendar
Graduate Student Seminars in Mathematics
Title: Gerbe Fixed Points in Motivic Homotopy Theory

Abstract: 
In classical equivariant homotopy theory, fixed point functors play a crucial role in identifying genuine G-spectra. However, in motivic homotopy theory, this identification is not as straightforward. This discrepancy arises from the fact that the category of motivic G-spectra is not solely generated by objects resembling G-orbits.

In this talk, we will introduce the concept of gerbes and explore how gerbe fixed point functors form a conservative family. We will delve into the reasons behind this conservativity and its implications. If time permits, we will also provide a brief overview of how this conservative family, in conjunction with other theorems, leads to the development of motivic spectral Mackey functors.

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