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Topological Quantum Field Theories from Subfactors

By:Vijay Kodiyalam
Publisher:Taylor & Francis
Print ISBN:9781138442108
eText ISBN:9780429525070
Edition:1
Copyright:2001
Format:Reflowable

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Pure mathematicians have only recently begun a rigorous study of topological quantum field theories (TQFTs). Ocneanu, in particular, showed that subfactors yield TQFTs that complement the Turaev-Viro construction. Until now, however, it has been difficult to find an account of this work that is both detailed and accessible.Topological Quant