Noncommutative Jordan superalgebras of degree <Emphasis Type="Italic">n</Emphasis> > 2

We prove a coordinatization theorem for noncommutative Jordan superalgebras of degree n > 2, describing such algebras. It is shown that the symmetrized Jordan superalgebra for a simple finite-dimensional noncommutative Jordan superalgebra of characteristic 0 and degree n > 1 is simple. Modulo a “nodal” case, we classify central simple finite-dimensional noncommutative Jordan superalgebras of characteristic 0.     

The central closure of the simple “strange” lie superalgebras extended over a commutative algebra

In this work we study central extensions of Lie superalgebras g(A), where g = P(n − 1) are simple Lie superalgebras from one of the so-called “strange” series. We show that universal central extensions of these Lie superalgebras ara trivial, i.e., they are isomorphic to the superalgebras g(A). __________ Translated from Fundamentalnaya i Prikladnaya Matematika, Vol. 9, No. 3, pp. 125–131, 2003.     

How to realize a Lie algebra by vector fields

We describe an algorithm for embedding a finite-dimensional Lie algebra (superalgebra) into a Lie algebra (superalgebra) of vector fields that is suitable for a ground field of any characteristic and also a way to select the Cartan, complete, and partial prolongations of the Lie algebra of vector fields using differential equations. We illustrate the algorithm with the example of Cartan’s interpretation of the exceptional simple Lie algebra (2) as the Lie algebra preserving a certain nonintegrable distribution and also several other examples. __________ Translated from Teoreticheskaya i Matematicheskaya Fizika, Vol. 147, No. 3, pp. 450–469, June, 2006.     

Novikov-Poisson algebras and associative commutative derivation algebras

We describe Novikov-Poisson algebras in which a Novikov algebra is not simple while its corresponding associative commutative derivation algebra is differentially simple. In particular, it is proved that a Novikov algebra is simple over a field of characteristic not 2 iff its associative commutative derivation algebra is differentially simple. The relationship is established between Novikov-Poisson algebras and Jordan superalgebras. Supported by RFBR (grant No. 05-01-00230), by SB RAS (Integration project No. 1.9), and by the Council for Grants (under RF President) and State Aid of Leading Scientific Schools (project NSh-344.2008.1). __________ Translated from Algebra i Logika, Vol. 47, No. 2, pp. 186–202, March–April, 2008.     

On Right Alternative Superalgebras

Simple right alternative superalgebras which have a simple algebra as even part and, as odd part, an irreducible bimodule over the even part are investigated. Under these conditions, superalgebras with one dimensional even part are classified, as well as superalgebras having M ₂(F) as even part and a unital irreducible bimodule over M ₂(F) of dimension less than or equal to 6 as odd part. It is shown that there is only a unique non alternative simple right alternative superalgebra of the first type and, for the second type, there is a infinite family depending on a single parameter.     

Alternative Superalgebras with DCC on Two-Sided Ideals#

We study the structure of alternative superalgebras that satisfy the descending chain condition (DCC) for two-sided ideals. The main results state that the Baer radical in an alternative superalgebra of characteristic ≠ 2, 3 with DCC on two-sided ideals is solvable and every such a semiprime superalgebra (of arbitrary characteristic) is isomorphic to a subdirect sum of an associative superalgebra with this property and a finite direct sum of simple alternative non-associative superalgebras.     

Simple Filippov superalgebras of type B(m, n)

This account is a first step toward a classification of finite-dimensional simple Filippov superalgebras over an algebraically closed field of characteristic 0. Here, n-ary Filippov superalgebras with nonzero even and odd parts are treated for the case n ⩾ 3. Supported by RFBR (grant No. 05-01-00230) and by SB RAS (Integration project No. 1.9 and Young Researchers Support grant No. 29). __________ Translated from Algebra i Logika, Vol. 47, No. 2, pp. 240–261, March–April, 2008.     

Shapovalov determinant for loop superalgebras

For the Kac-Moody superalgebra associated with the loop superalgebra with values in a finite-dimensional Lie superalgebra g, we show what its quadratic Casimir element is equal to if the Casimir element for g is known (if g has an even invariant supersymmetric bilinear form). The main tool is the Wick normal form of the even quadratic Casimir operator for the Kac-Moody superalgebra associated with g; this Wick normal form is independently interesting. If g has an odd invariant supersymmetric bilinear form, then we compute the cubic Casimir element. In addition to the simple Lie superalgebras g = g(A) with a Cartan matrix A for which the Shapovalov determinant was known, we consider the Poisson Lie superalgebra poi(0|n) and the related Kac-Moody superalgebra. __________ Translated from Teoreticheskaya i Matematicheskaya Fizika, Vol. 156, No. 3, pp. 378–397, September, 2008.     

A classification of Mal'tsev superalgebras of small dimensions

The classification of Lie superalgebras of small dimensions is well known. Here we set out a similar task regarding Mal'tsev superalgebras. It is established that there exist a number of diverse types of non-Lie Mal'tsev superalgebras of dimension 4. One of the types of 3-dimensional non-Lie Mal'tsev superalgebras allows us to construct a number of interesting examples in the theory of ordinary (finite-dimensional) Mal'tsev algebras. Supported by CMUC-JNICT. Supported by DGA (PCB 6/91). Translated fromAlgebra i Logika, Vol. 35, No. 6, pp. 629–654, November–December, 1996.     

Order topology in vector lattices with closure by one step

An order topology in vector lattices and Boolean algebras is studied under the additional condition of “closure by one step” that generalizes the well-known “regularity” property of Boolean algebras and K-spaces. It is proved that in a vector lattice or a Boolean algebra possessing such a property there exists a basis of solid neighborhoods of zero with respect to an order topology. An example of a Boolean algebra without basis of solid neighborhoods of zero (an algebra of regular open subsets of the interval (0, 1)) is given. Bibliography: 3 titles. Translated fromProblemy Matematicheskogo Analiza, No. 15 1995, pp. 213–220.     

Simple Jordan superalgebras with associative nil-semisimple even part

Under study are the simple infinite-dimensional abelian Jordan superalgebras not isomorphic to the superalgebra of a bilinear form. We prove that the even part of such superalgebra is a differentially simple associative commutative algebra, and the odd part is a finitely generated projective module of rank 1. We describe unital simple Jordan superalgebras with associative nil-semisimple even part possessing two even elements which induce a nonzero derivation.     

δ-Derivations of simple finite-dimensional Jordan superalgebras

We describe non-trivial δ-derivations of semisimple finite-dimensional Jordan algebras over an algebraically closed field of characteristic not 2, and of simple finite-dimensional Jordan superalgebras over an algebraically closed field of characteristic 0. For these classes of algebras and superalgebras, non-zero δ-derivations are shown to be missing for δ ≠ 0, 1/2, 1, and we give a complete account of 1/2-derivations. Supported by RFBR grant No. 05-01-00230 and by RF Ministry of Education and Science grant No. 11617. __________ Translated from Algebra i Logika, Vol. 46, No. 5, pp. 585–605, September–October, 2007.     

Simple 5-Dimensional Right Alternative Superalgebras with Trivial Even Part

We study the simple right alternative superalgebras whose even part is trivial; i.e., the even part has zero product. A simple right alternative superalgebra with the trivial even part is singular. The first example of a singular superalgebra was given in [1]. The least dimension of a singular superalgebra is 5. We prove that the singular 5-dimensional superalgebras are isomorphic if and only if suitable quadratic forms are equivalent. In particular, there exists a unique singular 5-dimensional superalgebra up to isomorphism over an algebraically closed field.     

Structurable Superalgebras of Classical Type

This article classifies simple structurable superalgebras with nontrivial involution over algebraically closed fields of characteristic 0 whose Kantor Lie superalgebra is of classical (i.e., non-Cartan) type. These are either structurable superalgebras of a hermitian superform or two examples constructed from cubic forms. It also makes extensive use of the Grassmann envelope to transfer constructions and results from ordinary algebras to superalgebras.     

Orthogonal modules and nonlinear cohomologies

Ordinary cohomologies in an algebra most often exhibit themselves either as objects that describe extensions (of algebras, groups, or modules) or as subjects hindering the existence of algebraic constructions. We introduce the notion of nonlinear cohomologies at a level of cochain complexes, furnish particular examples for Lie algebras, and give an interpretation of first nonlinear cohomologies in terms of “quasiextensions” of orthogonal modules. Translated fromAlgebra i Logika, Vol. 37, No. 5, pp. 522–541, September–October, 1998.     

Centers of Mal’tsev and alternative algebras

Let ϕ be an associative commutative ring with unity containing 1/6. Let A and B be a free Mal’tsev and a free alternative ϕ-algebras on a set of k≥6 free generators, respectively. We construct nonzero homogeneous elements of degree 7 belonging to an annihilatorAnnA of A, and nonzero homogeneous elements of degree 7 belonging to the center Z(B) of B. It is shown that a nilpotent Mal’tsev algebra of index 8 on a set of 6 generators has no faithful representation. Supported by RFFR grant No. 96-01-01511, and by the Program “Universities of Russia: Fundamental Research.” Translated fromAlgebra i Logika, Vol. 38, No. 5, pp. 613–635, September–October, 1999.     

Free nonassociative supercommutative algebras

In the present work, we prove that homogeneous subalgebras of free nonassociative supercommutative algebras are free. As a consequence, we show that the group of automorphisms of a free nonassociative supercommutative algebra of finite rank is generated by elementary automorphisms. __________ Translated from Fundamentalnaya i Prikladnaya Matematika, Vol. 9, No. 3, pp. 103–109, 2003.     

Condition for inducing topology in a vector lattice by the order completion

Properties of an order topology in vector lattices and Boolean algebras are studied. The main result is the following: in a vector lattice or a Boolean algebra with the condition of “closure by one step” (a generalization of the well-known “regularity” property of Boolean algebras and K-spaces) the order topology is induced by the topology of its Dedekind completion. Bibliography: 4 titles. Translated fromProblemy Matematicheskogo Analiza, No. 16, 1997, pp. 204–207.