Algebraic Curves and Minimal Surfaces

Explore the fascinating intersection of algebraic curves and minimal surfaces in this 51-minute lecture by Professor Sebastian Heller at the Beijing Institute of Mathematical Sciences and Applications. Delve into advanced mathematical concepts as Heller, an expert in minimal surfaces, harmonic maps, and Riemann surfaces, shares insights from his extensive research background. Gain a deeper understanding of moduli spaces, Higgs bundles, and the role of visualization in experimental mathematics. Suitable for graduate-level mathematics students and researchers, this talk offers a unique perspective on the connections between algebraic geometry and differential geometry.