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Explore dimensional transmutation and confinement phenomena across various theoretical models in this two-hour seminar lecture delivered by Professor Igor Klebanov from Princeton University. Delve into the fundamental concepts of how dimensionless coupling constants can generate mass scales through quantum effects, and examine confinement mechanisms in different physical systems. Analyze the mathematical frameworks and theoretical approaches used to understand these quantum field theory phenomena, with particular attention to how boundaries, impurities, and defects influence these processes. Investigate the connections between dimensional transmutation and the emergence of confinement in gauge theories, and discover how these concepts apply to various models in theoretical physics. Gain insights into advanced topics in quantum field theory through detailed mathematical derivations and physical interpretations presented by a leading expert in the field.
Syllabus
Date: 25th Sept 2025 - 10:00 to 12:00
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INI Seminar Room 2