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Tyler Lawson is a Professor in the School of Mathematics at the University of Minnesota, holding the distinguished Albert and Dorothy Marden Professorship. His office is located in Vincent Hall 323 at 206 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455, and he can be reached at tlawson@umn.edu or (612) 625-6802.
Professor Lawson's research focuses on algebraic topology and K-theory, with significant contributions to homotopy theory, quandles, stable homotopy theory, and braided Hopf algebras. His work bridges abstract algebraic structures with topological applications, particularly exploring connections between category theory and homotopy-theoretic constructions. He has made notable advances in understanding filtrations and derived spaces, the generating hypothesis in stable homotopy theory, and the homotopy theory of quandles as they relate to knot invariants.
Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on structural theorems in algebraic topology, with particular attention to equivariant phenomena, rational homotopy theory, and connections to arithmetic statistics. His research demonstrates sophisticated interplay between combinatorial structures and topological invariants, often revealing unexpected connections between seemingly disparate mathematical domains.
- Albert and Dorothy Marden Professor
Professor Lawson actively advises graduate students and participates in the topology seminar series at the University of Minnesota, where he has presented on topics ranging from filtrations and derived spaces to the generating hypothesis. His research program includes collaborations with mathematicians across institutions, contributing to advancements in homotopy theory and its applications to other mathematical fields. He maintains an active research group focused on exploring the frontiers of algebraic topology and its connections to related disciplines.
