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School of Physical and Chemical Sciences

Scattering amplitudes: New formulations and Applications

Research Group: Centre for Theoretical Physics
Number of Students: 1
Length of Study in Years: 3-4
Full-time Project: yes

Project Description

Scattering amplitudes are one of the most fundamental observables in quantum field theory and string theory. In recent years, hidden structures of scattering amplitudes have been uncovered, and extremely powerful computational methods have been developed. These developments have dramatically improved our understanding of quantum field theory and string theory. This project will focus on the most recent and remarkable developments in this rapidly evolving research field. In particular, the research projects include new formulations of scattering amplitudes in terms of twistor theory, Grassmannian and positive geometry, as well as the applications of scattering amplitudes to other research areas ranging from constraining effective field theories to holographic correlation functions in the context of AdS/CFT duality. 

Requirements

Knowledge of Quantum Field Theory, String Theory and Supersymmetry at the level of a Master course.

SPCS Academics: Dr Congkao Wen