The SYK Model by David Gross

Explore the intricacies of the SYK model in this comprehensive Kavli Distinguished Lecture delivered by David Gross from KITP - University of California, Santa Barbara. Delve into the perspective on large N theories, their significance in quantum field theory, and their role in gauge-gravity dualities. Gain insights into the SACHDEV-YE KITAEV model, its coupling constants, and matrix model planar diagrams. Examine SYK melon diagrams, 2-point and 4-point functions, and the SYK spectrum. Investigate conformal symmetry breaking, the Schwarzian, and generalizations of the model, including tensor SYK and colored tensor models. Discover the connections between bulk gravity/string theory and the SYK model, and explore future directions in this field. Conclude with a Q&A session to further enhance your understanding of this complex topic in theoretical physics.

DATE & TIME: 08 January 2018, 09:00 to
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SYK
SACHDEV-YE KITAEV Model
SYK: an new class of Large N Theories
Coupling Constants
Matrix model planar diagrams
SYK melon diagrams
2-pt function
4-pt function
SYK spectrum
Conformal symmetry breaking
The Schwarzian
A Generalization
Generalized Model
Tensor SYK
Colored Tensor Models
WHAT IS THE BULK GRAVITY/STRING THEORY?
Direct Approach
GENERALIZED FREE FIELD
FUTURE DIRECTIONS
Q&A