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Twistor Amplitudes - Alfredo Guevara - Harvard

Offered By: Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics via YouTube

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Course Description

Overview

Explore a 39-minute lecture on Twistor Amplitudes delivered by Alfredo Guevara from Harvard at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. Delve into the intersection of gravitational wave detection, field theory, and classical relativity. Examine the impact of Advanced LIGO/Virgo discoveries on various physics domains and the emerging connections between theoretical communities. Learn about the future of gravitational wave experiments and the need for precision modeling of signals. Discover the challenges in interpreting strong gravitational wave events and searching for new physics. Gain insights into the collaborative efforts of experts from classical relativity, effective field theory, and scattering amplitudes. Cover topics including W Infinity Algebra, Classical Solutions, and ongoing research in the field. Participate in interactive Zoom questions and engage in a broader discussion session.

Syllabus

Motivation
W Infinity Algebra
Example
Classical Solution
Work in Progress
Zoom Questions
Questions


Taught by

Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics

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