Mathematics - Postgraduate Research Projects
Currently available projects
Model theory and applications to number theory
- School:
Mathematics
- Primary Supervisor:
Dr Jonathan Kirby
Information
- Start date: October 2013
- Programme: PhD
- Mode of Study: Full Time
- Studentship Length: 3 years
How to Apply
- Deadline: 31 July 2013 Applications are processed as soon as they are received, so early application is encouraged. NB applicants who wish to start their studies in October 2013 should submit their application by 31 July 2013 at the very latest. Applications received after this date will be considered for the January 2014 entry point if the project is still available.
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Fees & Funding
- Funding Status: Self-Funded Students Only
Further Details - Fees: Fees Information (Opens in new window)
Entry Requirements
- Acceptable First Degree:
Mathematics. Some background in logic, algebraic geometry, number theory, or algebra would be an advantage.
- Minimum Entry Standard: 1st
Project Description
We can offer a range of topics in pure model theory, and applications of model theory to number theory. Particular interests include amalgamation constructions and their associated geometries, stability theory in an abstract setting, and the model theory of exponentiation. There are strong connections between model theory and Diophantine geometry, including recent progress on the Zilber-Pink conjecture by Jonathan Pila and others. There are both analytic methods (using the model theory of o-minimality) and algebraic methods (based on Zilber's ideas around exponentiation). We can also offer suitable projects in this area. Any interested student is invited to contact Dr Jonathan Kirby (jonathan.kirby@uea.ac.uk) to discuss an application.
This project is also open to any applicant (home, EU or Overseas) who have their own funding.
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