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Concept in algebra

In abstract algebra, a valuation ring is an integral domain D such that for every non-zero element x of its field of fractions F, at least one of x or x−1 belongs to D. Wikipedia →

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  1. Read the overview: Valuation ringA 5-minute orientation
  2. Skim a recent paper: Algebraic valuation ring extensions as limits of complete intersection algebrasInfluential work since 2022
  3. Pick up a classic book: Valuation theoryThe most-reprinted book on the subject
  4. Read the landmark paper: Vanishing Cycles and Geometry of Curves Over a Discrete Valuation RingCited 35 times
  5. Go sideways: Integrally closed domainA closely related topic
  6. Go sideways: Integral elementA closely related topic

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Noun An integral domain D such that for every element x of its field of fractions F, at least one of x or x belongs to D.

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