Drinfeld-Jimbo quantum groups are a class of noncommutative algebras that arise as deformations of universal enveloping algebras of Lie algebras. These quantum groups play a significant role in mathematical physics and representation theory, providing a framework for studying symmetries in a quantum context. They are particularly known for introducing a new approach to understanding Lie groups through the lens of quantum mechanics.
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