Topics in String Theory (Cosmology and Black Holes) (Winter 2011, Standard Univ.).
September 23, 2023
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English [CC]
Description
Instructor: Professor Leonard Susskind. In this course, Leonard Susskind continues his exploration of string theory that attempts to reconcile quantum mechanics and general relativity. In particular, the course focuses on string theory with regard to important issues in contemporary physics. Topics include: 1) the impact of string theory on the pursuit of black holes; 2) the string theory landscape and the implications for cosmology; and 3) the Holographic Principle and its applications. (from theoreticalminimum.com)
Course Curriculum
- Lecture 01 – String Theory Unlimited
- Lecture 02 – Special relativity and string theory Unlimited
- Lecture 03 – Black holes Unlimited
- Lecture 04 – Black hole horizons Unlimited
- Lecture 05 – Black holes and light Unlimited
- Lecture 06 – Black hole entropy Unlimited
- Lecture 07 – Black hole entropy 2 Unlimited
- Lecture 08 – Horizons Unlimited
- Lecture 09 – More black holes and horizons Unlimited
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