Calculus of Variations

In this course, I shall describe the classical theory of the calculus of variations and relate it to modern mathematical developments. The concept of convexity will play an important role.

Reference

• J.Jost, X.Li-Jost, Calculus of Variations, Cambridge Univ.Press, 1999
• Further references will be given during the course.

Date and time info
Friday 13.30 - 15.00

Keywords
Extremals of variational integrals, fields, stability, convexity

Prerequisites
Advanced calculus and some basic knowledge of partial differential equations

Language
English