Topological A-model Dual to Free N=4 Super-Yang-Mills and The Super Virasoro Minimal String
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Explore advanced string theory concepts through two specialized lectures delivered at the ICTP-SAIFR Perimeter Program on Fundamental Aspects of String Theory. Learn about the topological A-model dual to free N=4 super-Yang-Mills theory from Nathan Berkovits, who presents cutting-edge research connecting topological string theory with supersymmetric gauge theories. Discover the intricacies of the super Virasoro minimal string through Mukund Rangamani's presentation, which delves into the mathematical structures underlying minimal string models and their supersymmetric extensions. Gain insights into the fundamental mathematical frameworks that govern string theory, including the relationships between different string models and their dual formulations. Examine the role of supersymmetry in both Yang-Mills theories and string constructions, understanding how these symmetries constrain and inform theoretical developments. Access expert-level discussions on topological field theories and their applications to string theory, while exploring the connections between conformal field theory and string dynamics through the lens of Virasoro algebras and their supersymmetric generalizations.
Syllabus
Nathan Berkovits and Mukund Rangamani
Taught by
ICTP-SAIFR