Mathematical logic seminar - Sep 21, 2010

Time: 12:00 - 13:20

Room: Wean Hall 7201

Speaker:     James Cummings    
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Carnegie Mellon University

Title: Strong forcing axioms and the continuum

Abstract:

Continuing one of the themes from Paul McKenney's recent talks, I will discuss some strong forcing axioms (notably the Proper Forcing Axiom and Martin's Maximum) and their influence on the continuum.