Boris Dubrovin

Abstract:   The problem of classification of algebraic solutions to Painlevé-type equations can be reduced to the classification of finite orbits of a certain symplectic action of the braid groups. The relations of this problem to the geometry of reflection groups and regular polyhedra will be discussed in the talk.

Here are some directions to Northeastern University. Lake Hall and Nightingale Hall can be best accessed from the entrance on the corner of Greenleaf Street and Leon Street. The two halls are connected, with no well-defined boundary in between. In particular, 509 Lake Hall is on the same corridor as 544 Nightingale Hall.

There is free parking available for people coming to the colloquium at Northeastern's visitor parking. The entrance is from Columbus Avenue, right next to the parking garage.