Algebraic K-theory encodes important invariants for several mathematical disciplines, spanning from geometric topology and functional analysis to number theory

A NATO Advanced Study Institute entitled "Algebraic K-theory and Algebraic Topology" was held at Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada from December

This volume is an introductory textbook to K-theory, both algebraic and topological, and to various current research topics within the field, including Kasparov

This book is the only comprehensive treatment of K-theory for operator algebras.