2009 Number Theory Seminar - 09

  • Date: 03/12/2009
Lecturer(s):
Tsz Ho Chan (University of Memphis)
Location: 

Simon Fraser University

Topic: 

On the congruence equation x y = c (mod q)

Description: 

A famous congruence equation question is the solvability of x y = c
(mod q) with x, y in intervals of length q^{1/2 + epsilon}. In this
talk, we will discuss its history and recent developments. We will show
that it is solvable for almost all pairs of intervals on x and y. Then,
out of the blue, it leads to a new attack on the problem through
'higher moments'.

Schedule: 

3:00pm-3:50pm, Room ASB 10900 (IRMACS)