MS-E1621 - Algebraic Statistics D, 09.09.2020-04.12.2020
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Topic outline
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Week 1: Algebra Primer (Chapter 3)
Lecture: We will start by going over the organization of the class and then give introduction to the subject. In the rest of the lecture, we will cover selected topics on algebra background from Chapters 3.1-3.4 using worksheets in Breakout rooms.
Slides 9.9
Worksheet 9.9
Additional reading on algebra:
- Cox, Little, O'Shea: "Ideals, Varieties, Algorithms"
- Michalek, Sturmfels: "Invitation to Nonlinear Algebra"
Exercise session: We will learn how to use computer algebra software Macaulay2 and cover Chapter 3.5. Install Macaulay2 before the first exercise session or use the online version at http://www2.macaulay2.com/Macaulay2/.
Reading task before the lecture on 16.9:
- Read Chapters 2.1-2.4 in “Algebraic Statistics” by Sullivant
- Write at least three questions on what remains unclear in the text
- Submit in MyCourses before the start of the lecture on 16.9
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Make a submission
- Cox, Little, O'Shea: "Ideals, Varieties, Algorithms"