State Spaces of Operator Algebras: Basic Theory, Orientations, and C*-products (Mathematics: Theory & Applications) | 
 enlarge | Authors: Erik M. Alfsen, Frederik W. Shultz
Publisher: Birkhaeuser Boston
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Pages: 350
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Dimensions (in): 9.3 x 6.2 x 0.5
ISBN: 0817638903
Dewey Decimal Number: 512.55
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Publication Date: April 27, 2001
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This self-contained work, focusing on the theory of state spaces of C*-algebras and von Neumann algebras, explains how the oriented state space geometrically determines the algebra. The theory of orientation of C*-algebra state spaces is presented with a new approach that does not depend on Jordan algebras, and the theory of orientation of normal state spaces of von Neumann algebras is presented with complete proofs for the first time. The theory of operator algebras was initially motivated by applications to physics, but has recently found unexpected new applications to fields of pure mathematics as diverse as foliations and knot theory. Key features include: * first and only work devoted to state spaces of operator algebras--contains much material not available in existing books * prerequisites are standard graduate courses in real and complex variables, measure theory, and functional analysis * complete proofs of basic results on operator algebras presented so that no previous knowledge in the field is needed * detailed introduction develops basic tools used throughout the text * numerous chapter remarks on advanced topics of independent interest with references to the literature, or discussion of applications to physics "State Spaces of Operator Algebras" is intended for specialists in operator algebras, as well as graduate students and mathematicians seeking an overview of the field. The introduction to C*-algebras and von Neumann algebras may also be of interest in it own right for those wanting a quick introduction to basic concepts in those fields.
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