Algebraic curves in information theory: a treasure yet to discover

Error-correcting codes ensure reliability in e.g. satellite communication and cloud storage. They have been constructed using known algebraic curves since 1980. What if instead of using known curves, one develops the theory to create those curves that give the best error-correcting codes? This question will be investigated by a multidisciplinary team in two applications: locally recoverable and maximum rank distance codes. The grant will allow the recruitment of two postdocs and one PhD student.