The Multinomial Dimer Model - Statistical Mechanics and Discrete Geometry

The Multinomial Dimer Model - Statistical Mechanics and Discrete Geometry

Explore the multinomial dimer model in this 48-minute lecture by Richard Kenyon of Yale University, presented at IPAM's Statistical Mechanics and Discrete Geometry Workshop. Delve into joint work with Catherine Wolfram, examining the limit shape theory on bipartite graphs and the search for bistochastic gauges. Discover computed limit shapes for various settings, including a 3D version of the Aztec diamond. Gain insights into this advanced topic in statistical mechanics and discrete geometry, recorded on March 25, 2024, at the Institute for Pure & Applied Mathematics (IPAM) at UCLA.