| Quantum Gravity: From Theory to Experimental Search 2003 Edition Contributor(s): Giulini, Domenico J. W. (Editor), Kiefer, Claus (Editor), Lämmerzahl, Claus (Editor) |
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ISBN: 354040810X ISBN-13: 9783540408109 Publisher: Springer OUR PRICE: $104.49 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2003 Annotation: The relation between quantum theory and the theory of gravitation remains one of the most outstanding unresolved issues of modern physics. According to general expectation, general relativity as well as quantum (field) theory in a fixed background spacetime cannot be fundamentally correct. Hence there should exist a broader theory comprising both in appropriate limits, i.e., quantum gravity. This book gives readers a comprehensive introduction accessible to interested non-experts to the m issues surrounding the search for quantum gravity. These issues relate to fundamental questions concerning the various formalisms of quantization; specific questions concerning concrete processes, like gravitational collapse or black-hole evaporation; and the all important question concerning the possibility of experimental tests of quantum-gravity effects. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Science | Waves & Wave Mechanics - Science | Physics - Quantum Theory - Mathematics | Geometry - Differential |
| Dewey: 530.143 |
| LCCN: 2003059103 |
| Series: Lecture Notes in Physics |
| Physical Information: 0.94" H x 6.14" W x 9.21" (1.68 lbs) 402 pages |