The target space M p,q of (p, q) minimal strings is embedded into the phase space of an associated integrable classical mechanical model. This map is derived from the matrix model representation of minimal strings. Quantum effects on the target space are obtained from the semiclassical mechanics in phase space as described by the Wigner function. In the classical limit the target space is a fold catastrophe of the Wigner function that is smoothed out by quantum effects. Double scaling limit is obtained by resolving the singularity of the Wigner function. The quantization rules for backgrounds with ZZ branes are also derived.

Using the algebraic geometry method of Berenstein and Leigh for the construction of the toroidal orbifold T 2 ×T 2 ×T 2 Z 2 ×Z 2 with discrete torsion and considering local K3 surfaces, we present non-commutative aspects of the orbifolds of product of K3 surfaces. In this way, the ordinary complex deformation of K3 can be identified with the resolution of stringy singularities by non-commutative algebras using crossed products. We give representations and make some comments regarding the fractionation of branes. Illustrating examples are presented.

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We review some aspects of string tachyon dynamics with special emphasis on effective actions and K-theory interpretation.