What is... algebraic systems biology?

Angélica Torres will explain what algebraic systems biology is.

Abstract: Algebraic systems biology forms a bridge between biology and real algebraic geometry. In this talk I will explain how under the mass-action assumption, the evolution of biochemical systems through time is modeled by polynomial equations, and how real algebraic geometry plays a role in the study of their equilibrium points.

"What is...?" is an accessible and non-technical seminar where speakers explain in one (short) lecture some object or theorem that they think is interesting. There will be drinks and snacks during the talk. See the seminar website for more information.