Bounds for the smallest norm in an ideal class

We develop a method for obtaining upper bounds for the smallest norm among all norms of integral ideals in an ideal class. Applying this to number fields of small degree, we are able to substantially improve on the best previously known bounds.

• Type: Journal
• Year: 2002
• Where: MOC
• Authors: Ana-Cecilia de la Maza
• Keywords: Integral Ideals, MOC 2002, Smallest Norm, Upper Bounds