Work

Minimal generation of finite simple groups of Lie type by regular unipotent elements

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: We prove that every finite simple group of Lie type G can be generated by three regular unipotent elements. In certain cases we show that two regular unipotents are sufficient to generate G .

Source: European Journal of Mathematics

DOI: 10.1007/s40879-026-00895-4

Authors: Marco A. Pellegrini, Alexandre E. Zalesski

Institutions: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Universidade de Brasília

Language: English

Topic: Finite Group Theory Research

Subfield: Discrete Mathematics and Combinatorics

Field: Mathematics

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $2,490

Funder: Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore

OpenAlex ID: W4416359258

FWCI:

Cites:

Cited by:

Related to: