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401-3556-20L 6 Credits BSC , MSC D-MATH

Topics in Symplectic Topology

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Paul Biran

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:41:20

Abstract

This will be an introductory course in symplectic geometry and topology.We will cover the simplest instances of symplectic rigidity phenomena, and techniques to detect and study them. The last part of the course will be devoted to more advanced techniques such as Floer theory.

Objective

Get acquainted with the basics of symplectic topology and phenomena of symplectic rigidity.

Resources

Literature

1) Book: "Introduction to Symplectic Topology", 3'rd edition, by McDuff and Salamon. Oxford Graduate Texts in Mathematics 2) Some published articles that will be announced during the semester.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: BSC , MSC

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: oral 20 minutes

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Topics in Symplectic Topology	Wed 09:00-10:00 (ER SA TZ) Wed 09:15-10:00 (HG G 26.1) Thu 13:00-15:00 (ER SA TZ) Thu 13:15-15:00 (HG G 26.1)	3 h weekly

Offered In

Mathematics Bachelor
- Electives
  - Selection: Geometry
Mathematics Master
- Electives (For the Master's degree in Applied Mathematics the following additional condition (not manifest in myStudies) must be obeyed: At least 15 of the required 28 credits from core courses and electives must be acquired in areas of applied mathematics and further application-oriented fields.)
  - Electives: Pure Mathematics
    - Selection: Geometry