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401-4583-75L 4 Credits BSC , DR , MSC D-MATH

Legendrian Contact Homology

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Ipsita Datta
VVZ CR n/a

Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:30:59

Abstract

This is an introductory lecture in Legendrian contact homology in ℝ^3. We will be following the article ``Legendrian contact homology in ℝ^3" by Etnyre and Ng. We will begin with recalling basics of contact geometry and Legendrian knots.

Objective

The goal is to have a working knowledge of Legendrian contact homology of knots and the associated DGA. We will emphasize on not only the theory of holomorphic curves behind these structures, but also on computing examples and applications. Hope is to appreciate Legendrian knots and their complexity.

Resources

Literature

Legendrian contact homology in ℝ^3 - Etnyre and Ng Legendrian and Transversal knots - Etnyre An introduction to contact topology - Geiges

General Information

Language
English
Levels
BSC , DR , MSC

Examination

Type
session examination
Mode
oral 20 minutes
The exam is only offered in the Winter 2026 and Summer 2026 examination sessions.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Legendrian Contact Homology
  • Wed 12:15-14:00 (CHN E 42)
2 h weekly

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