Overview
Explore a parameterized approximation scheme for the Min k-Cut problem in this 21-minute IEEE conference talk. Delve into the history, algorithms, and research directions presented by Daniel Lokshtanov, Saket Saurabh, and Vaishali Surianarayanan. Gain insights into tree decomposition, polynomial time algorithms, and S2K time exact solutions. Examine the proof ingredients and various research directions, including the third and fourth directions. Conclude with a comprehensive summary of the presented approximation scheme for this fundamental graph partitioning problem.
Syllabus
Intro
History
Algorithms
Research Directions
Third Direction of Research
Fourth Direction of Research
Summary
Proof Ingredients
Tree Decomposition
Polynomial Time
S2K Time Exact
Conclusion
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IEEE FOCS: Foundations of Computer Science