Michael J. Hopkins surveys the profound contributions of Dennis Sullivan to algebraic topology, particularly focusing on his work concerning manifolds and the interplay between homotopy theory and geometry.
This lecture was held by Michael J. Hopkins at The University of Oslo, May 25, 2022 and was part of the Abel Prize lectures held in connection with the Abel Prize Week celebrations.
Hopkins is an American mathematician known for his work in algebraic topology. He is currently a professor of pure and applied mathematics at Harvard University.