Name: Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics)
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Author: Carlo Rovelli
ISBN: 9781107069626

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Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics)

Type

Physical Book

Author

Carlo Rovelli

Francesca Vidotto

Publisher

Cambridge University Press

Language

English

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

25.4x18x1.3 cm

Weight

0.77 kg.

ISBN13

9781107069626

Synopsis "Covariant Loop Quantum Gravity (Cambridge Monographs on Mathematical Physics)"

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.

Carlo Rovelli

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Carlo Rovelli is an Italian theoretical physicist and writer who has worked in his country and in the United States, and currently resides in France. His work mainly develops in the field of quantum gravity, being one of the founders of the so-called "Loop Quantum Gravity" theory.

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