Sphere packing is a centuries-old problem in geometry, with many connections to other branches of mathematics (number theory, communication theory, Lie theory, optimization) as well as, physics, material science and chemistry. In the recent years, there have been some remarkable advances in higher-dimensional sphere packing and the associated physics question of energy minimization, coming from methods of modular forms and optimization. Sphere packing continues to be an active area of research, with a long list of interesting and accessible questions. The goal of this meeting is to introduce the subject to a diverse group of mathematicians, and to updated them on the new developments and research problems faced in this area of research.A series of lectures will address the different facets of sphere packing and questions associated with it. It will also highlight, new techniques and open-up the challenges and problems that one can come across. A total of ten lectures will be held over...
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