Scattering amplitudes in field theory and string theory

Research Group: Centre for Theoretical Physics
Number of Students: 1
Length of Study in Years: 4 Years
Full-time Project: yes

Funding

Funding is provided via the China Scholarship Council.  

• Available to Chinese applicants only.
• Applicant required to start in September 2024.
• The studentship arrangement will cover overseas tuition fees for the duration of the studentship.

 

Project Description

Scattering amplitudes are important quantities in physics, describing the possible outcomes of scattering experiments. Their modern practical applications range from particle physics to gravitational waves. On the theoretical side, their rich mathematical structure continues to provide new insights into fundamental interactions, not least into the relation between ordinary field theory and string theory. This relation will be the main topic of study of the PhD project, which lies at the intersection of physics and mathematics. The goal will be the construction of string-theory amplitudes from the knowledge of their field-theory counterparts. Background required: master-level courses on quantum field theory, general relativity, and string theory.

Requirements

• The minimum requirement for this studentship opportunity is a good Honours degree (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent) and MSc/MRes in a relevant discipline (minimum 2(i) honours or equivalent).
• You will require a valid English certificate equivalent to IELTS 6.5+ overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in all sections (Reading, Listening, Speaking) at the time of application to the CSC.
• Only open to students eligible for the China Scholarship Council (CSC) PhD Programme

SPCS Academics: Dr Ricardo Monteiro