Instantons and Large N: An Introduction to Non-Perturbative Methods in Quantum Field Theory - Couverture rigide

Mariño, Marcos

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1107068525 ISBN 13 : 9781107068520

Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2015

Synopsis

This highly pedagogical textbook for graduate students in particle, theoretical and mathematical physics, explores advanced topics of quantum field theory. Clearly divided into two parts; the first focuses on instantons with a detailed exposition of instantons in quantum mechanics, supersymmetric quantum mechanics, the large order behavior of perturbation theory, and Yang–Mills theories, before moving on to examine the large N expansion in quantum field theory. The organised presentation style, in addition to detailed mathematical derivations, worked examples and applications throughout, enables students to gain practical experience with the tools necessary to start research. The author includes recent developments on the large order behavior of perturbation theory and on large N instantons, and updates existing treatments of classic topics, to ensure that this is a practical and contemporary guide for students developing their understanding of the intricacies of quantum field theory.

A propos du livre

À propos de l'auteur

Marcos Mariño is Professor of Theoretical Physics and Mathematics at the University of Geneva where his research interests include string theory, mathematical physics and non-perturbative methods in quantum field theory.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Cambridge University Press
• Date d'édition: 2015
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1107068525
• ISBN 13: 9781107068520
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 376
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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