Optimization and Calculus of Variations: Calculus of Variations

Lecture, three hours. Abstract convex analysis and variational problems. Convexity, differentiability, existence, and characterization of minimizers. Polar functions, Lagrangians, saddle points, and duality techniques. Application of abstract mathematical theory to optimization problems of calculus of variations on Sobolev spaces. S/U or letter grading.

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Jan 17, 11 PM PST
LEC 1: 22/30 seats taken (Open)
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  • LEC 1

    Open (10 seats)

    MWF 4pm-4:50pm

    Online - Recorded

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