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Advanced Quantum Field Theory - The Theory of Elementary Interactions

Tobias Osborne via YouTube

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Explore the fundamental principles governing elementary particle interactions through this comprehensive lecture series on advanced quantum field theory. Delve into sophisticated mathematical frameworks and theoretical concepts that describe how fundamental particles interact at the quantum level. Master advanced techniques in quantum field theory including path integrals, renormalization procedures, and gauge theories. Examine the Standard Model of particle physics and its underlying mathematical structure. Study symmetry principles, spontaneous symmetry breaking, and the Higgs mechanism. Investigate quantum electrodynamics, quantum chromodynamics, and electroweak theory. Analyze Feynman diagrams, scattering amplitudes, and cross-section calculations. Learn about anomalies, effective field theories, and modern computational methods in quantum field theory. Progress through 18 structured lectures that build from foundational concepts to cutting-edge applications in theoretical physics, providing deep insights into the quantum nature of fundamental forces and particles.

Syllabus

Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 1
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 2
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 3
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 4
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 5
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 6
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 7
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Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 9
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 10
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 11
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 12
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 13
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 14
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 15, with Super Bonus Material!
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 16
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 17
Advanced quantum field theory, Lecture 18 (final lecture)

Taught by

Tobias Osborne

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