Transfer and Norm for Finite Group Schemes
Algebraic Geometry
2026-03-31 v1
Abstract
We develop the theory of transfer and norm maps for finite group schemes, extending classical results from finite group theory to a context where induction and restriction are not necessarily bi-adjoint. In the additive setting, we construct a transfer map for both modules and groups and prove that its surjectivity characterizes relative projectivity, establishing a generalization of Higman's criterion. In the multiplicative setting, we define a relative norm map for algebras with a group scheme action. We compare this norm with other versions in the literature, proving that it coincides with Mumford's norm for finite morphisms and on fields is a power of the classical field norm.
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@article{arxiv.2603.28501,
title = {Transfer and Norm for Finite Group Schemes},
author = {Kostas Karagiannis and Peter Symonds},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:2603.28501},
year = {2026}
}