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Explore a thought-provoking colloquium talk that delves into the historical evolution of mathematical categories and principles from the late 19th century to contemporary times. Examine how the Topos Institute's mathematical perspectives emerged through significant changes in mathematical research over the past century. Discover the dual interpretation of how categories "come to matter" - first through their development as meaningful frameworks for understanding mathematical concepts and mathematician communities, and second through their physical manifestation in various media like blackboards, index cards, and academic journals. Learn how these two interpretations are historically intertwined and continue to influence the Topos community's objectives and challenges today.
Syllabus
Michael Barany: "How Categories Come to Matter"
Taught by
Topos Institute