Quantum Groups Seminar - Spring 2026

Time and Location: 2-3pm on Tuesdays, Evans 939

Contact info:
alangoldfarb [AT] berkeley [DOT] edu
shreepranav_varma [AT] berkeley [DOT] edu

I'll keep this page updated with books and notes as the semester progresses.
I have lots of ideas for future talks. If you want to give a talk, but aren't sure what to talk about, feel free to ask for suggestions!


Books

Introduction to Quantum Groups by Lusztig - The standard refrence

Quantum Groups by Kassel - A comprehensive and beginner friendly resoruce

Lectures on Quantum Groups by Jantzen - A gentle introduction to the topic that builds the theory needed to discuss crystal bases

Notes

My notes on braid groups and background material
Pranav's notes on the quantum plane