Chair of Algebraic Geometry

The Chair of Algebraic Geometry at EPFL is a research group focused on understanding geometrically common zero sets of multivariable polynomials, known as algebraic sets. Their main goal is to advance the classification theory of algebraic sets, which has applications in various fields such as arithmetic and complex geometry. The chair organizes seminars, workshops, and research events like the upcoming Birational Geometry conference. Led by Prof. Zsolt Patakfalvi, the group's work connects to the classification theory of algebraic varieties in different characteristic settings. They collaborate with researchers worldwide and aim to foster discussions and collaborations in higher dimensional birational geometry.