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Arthur Bartels is a Professor at the Mathematical Institute, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Münster. He is a principal investigator in the CRC 1442 'Geometry: Deformations and Rigidity' and a key member of the Excellence Cluster 'Mathematics Münster', focusing on fundamental problems in topology and geometry.
Research Interests: His work centers on topology, particularly algebraic K-theory, L-theory, and the Farrell-Jones conjecture. He investigates geometric rigidity, coarse geometry, and conformal field theory through operator algebras and higher categories. His research connects deep questions in group theory, manifold topology, and mathematical physics.
Publication Trends: His recent work (2017–2022) shows a strong focus on conformal nets and higher categorical structures in quantum field theory, while continuing foundational work on isomorphism conjectures for K- and L-theory in geometric group theory. The articles reflect a dual expertise in abstract homotopy theory and concrete geometric analysis.
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Advising and Grants: While no students are listed, he leads major research projects funded by the DFG, including CRC 1442 - C03 'K-theory of group algebras' and EXC 2044 - B2 'Topology'. These projects involve developing tools in index theory, surgery theory, and coarse geometry to study manifolds and group rings.
Labs and Teams: He leads the 'AG Topologie' (Topology Research Group) at Münster and co-organizes the 'Advanced Seminar Topology' with colleagues. He is part of a large collaborative environment within Mathematics Münster, working closely with experts in analysis, geometry, and mathematical physics.
