Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity : An Elementary Introduction to Quantum Gravity and Spinfoam Theory

Rovelli, Carlo, Vidotto, Francesca

ISBN 10: 1107069629 / ISBN 13: 9781107069626

Edité par Cambridge University Press, 2014

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Synopsis :

Quantum gravity is among the most fascinating problems in physics. It modifies our understanding of time, space and matter. The recent development of the loop approach has allowed us to explore domains ranging from black hole thermodynamics to the early Universe. This book provides readers with a simple introduction to loop quantum gravity, centred on its covariant approach. It focuses on the physical and conceptual aspects of the problem and includes the background material needed to enter this lively domain of research, making it ideal for researchers and graduate students. Topics covered include quanta of space; classical and quantum physics without time; tetrad formalism; Holst action; lattice QCD; Regge calculus; ADM and Ashtekar variables; Ponzano-Regge and Turaev-Viro amplitudes; kinematics and dynamics of 4D Lorentzian quantum gravity; spectrum of area and volume; coherent states; classical limit; matter couplings; graviton propagator; spinfoam cosmology and black hole thermodynamics.

À propos des auteurs: Carlo Rovelli is Professor of Physics at Université d'Aix-Marseille, where he directs the gravity research group. He is one of the founders of loop quantum gravity theory.

Francesca Vidotto works at Radboud Universiteit Nijmegen and initiated the spinfoam approach to cosmology.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity : An ...
Éditeur : Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition : 2014
Reliure : Couverture rigide
Etat : Very Good