Members' Colloquium

The P vs. NP Problem

The P vs. NP problem was formulated about 50 years ago, and was chosen to be one of the seven Clay millenium problems 25 years ago. In this period our understanding of the depth, breadth and impact of the problem has changed dramatically. I plan to explain the problem, and some of the many research directions and scientific connections it has led to.

Date & Time

February 09, 2026 | 1:30pm – 2:30pm
Add to calendar 02/09/2026 13:30 02/09/2026 14:30 Members' Colloquium use-title Topic: The P vs. NP Problem Speakers: Avi Wigderson, Institute for Advanced Study More: https://www.ias.edu/math/events/members-colloquium-98 The P vs. NP problem was formulated about 50 years ago, and was chosen to be one of the seven Clay millenium problems 25 years ago. In this period our understanding of the depth, breadth and impact of the problem has changed dramatically. I plan to explain the problem, and some of the many research directions and scientific connections it has led to. Simonyi 101 and Remote Access a7a99c3d46944b65a08073518d638c23

Location

Simonyi 101 and Remote Access

Speakers

Avi Wigderson, Institute for Advanced Study

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