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We consider the problem of deforming a metric in its conformal class on a closed manifold, such that the k-curvature defined by the Bakry-Émery Ricci tensor is a constant. We show its solvability on the manifold, provided that the initial Bakry-Émery Ricci tensor belongs to a negative cone. Moveover, the Monge-Amp`ere type equation with respect to the Bakry-Émery Ricci tensor is also considered.
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Yuan, L. Prescribing curvature problem of Bakry-Émery Ricci tensor. Sci. China Math. 56, 1935–1944 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11425-013-4595-z
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