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The inverse Galois challenge

I learnt a few days ago about the following AI challenge: find polynomials with Galois group \(G\) for each of the transitive subgroups of \(S_{24}\), with each of the possible signatures \((r_1,r_2)\) with \(r_1 + 2r_2 = 24\) where \(r_1\) … Continue reading

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What would a good ICM talk look like?

Now that the ICM has (unsurprisingly) become a virtual event, it might be worthwhile thinking a little bit about what would constitute a good talk in this new setting. There’s a certain electricity to talks given in person, and I … Continue reading

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