Algebraic and Geometric Topology at MSU
The activities of the MSU Topology group are supported by an RTG grant from the National Science Foundation: RTG: Algebraic and Geometric Topology at Michigan State (DMS 2135960), 2022-2027.
Here you can find more information about us and the activities we organize, including seminars, reading courses, conferences, and opportunities for undergraduates.
Michigan State University hosted the 2024 Graduate Student Topology and Geometry Conference on April 12-14th. More information can be found here.
RTG grant receives university-wide recognition
Professors Gerhardt, Hedden, Kalfagianni, and Stoffregen share goals of the topology group's RTG grant in an article by the College of Natural Science at MSU.
MSU topology professors share goals of the RTG grant
Professors Gerhardt, Hedden, Kalfagianni, and Stoffregen discuss the topology group's RTG grant in a video.
MSU topologists featured in article by Quanta Magazine
Professor Stoffregen and recent PhD graduate Abhishek Mallick were featured in Quanta Magazine after their recent contributions to the slice-ribbon conjecture.
RTG Postdoc Position
We invite applications for RTG Postdoctoral Associate positions with a starting date of Fall 2025, applications will open soon.
Highlights of the positions include:
Three-year position
Two summers of summer support
$6000 yearly travel funding
1-1 Teaching
Dedicated Mentoring
Participation in RTG activities
NSF requirements restrict the position to US citizens, nationals, or permanent residents.