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• Geometric Analysis
• Nonlinear PDEs
• General Relativity
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Albachiara Cogo is a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Geometric Analysis, Differential Geometry and Relativity Theory group at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Department of Mathematics. She obtained her PhD in July 2025 under the supervision of Prof. Gerhard Huisken and Prof. Carla Cederbaum, following a Master's double degree program between the University of Trento and University of Tübingen supervised by Carla Cederbaum and Lorenzo Mazzieri. From October 2025, she will serve as a 2-year Junior Visitor at the De Giorgi Centre (Scuola Normale Superiore) in Pisa. Her research focuses on Geometric Analysis and Nonlinear PDEs with applications to General Relativity, specializing in Maximal Surfaces in asymptotically flat spacetimes , Metrics with Lower Regularity (including Yamabe problem solutions), Ancient Solutions to Fully Nonlinear Geometric Flows , Equipotential Photon Surfaces in Static Spacetimes , and Gluing Problems for Initial Data Sets . Her work bridges theoretical mathematics with gravitational physics through rigorous analysis of elliptic and parabolic PDEs. Her publication record demonstrates expertise across multiple subdomains of geometric relativity, with recent articles in Classical and Quantum Gravity , Journal of Mathematical Physics , and Annales Henri Poincaré , alongside numerous preprints on arXiv addressing conformal structures, photon surface uniqueness, and curvature flows. She has presented her research at major international venues including Stanford University, University of Copenhagen, Mathematisches Forschungsinstitut Oberwolfach, and University of Colorado Boulder. Cogo actively contributes to academic service as an elected member of the Faculty Council of Mathematics and Natural Sciences at Tübingen (2023/2024) and Vice President of the Postgraduate Convention of the Faculty of Science (2022/2023-2023/2024). She has co-organized the young researchers' workshop BIGW V on Mathematical General Relativity (July 2024) and taught exercise classes in Ricci Flow, Nonlinear Elliptic PDEs, Riemannian Geometry, and Mathematical Relativity at Tübingen, along with tutoring roles at the University of Trento.

• Geometric Analysis
• Nonlinear PDEs
• General Relativity
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Albachiara Cogo is a PhD student in the Research Group of Geometric Analysis, Differential Geometry, and Relativity Theory at the University of Tübingen , supervised by Gerhard Huisken. She previously participated in a Double Degree Program between the University of Trento and the University of Tübingen, collaborating with Carla Cederbaum and Lorenzo Mazzieri on her thesis.

• Tensor/Group field theory
• Renormalization
• Quantum Gravity
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Dr. Johannes Thürigen is a researcher in the stochastic analysis group at the University of Münster, affiliated with the Institute for Analysis and Numerical Analysis. His work focuses on applying renormalization group techniques from quantum field theory to stochastic partial differential equations (SPDEs), with prior contributions to combinatorially non-local quantum field theories and their applications in random geometry and quantum gravity. Research Interests include Tensor/Group field theory, Renormalization via Hopf algebras, and Quantum Gravity. His work bridges mathematical physics and stochastic analysis, emphasizing phase transitions, fixed points, and non-local field theories. Recent Talks: Tensor combinatorics in renormalization group (Mainz) Anisotropic Fixed Points in Tensorial Phase Space (Jena) 4D Geometry from Non-local Field Theory (Nijmegen) Publications span journals like Physics Letters B , Journal of High Energy Physics , and Physical Review Letters , addressing topics from melonic interactions to spectral dimensions in spin foam models. He leads a DFG-funded project on renormalization structures and collaborates with international groups in quantum gravity research.

Carla CederbaumView profile

Professor

• Mathematical General Relativity
• Geometric Analysis
• Differential Geometry
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Prof. Dr. Carla Cederbaum is a Professor of Mathematics at the University of Tübingen, affiliated with the Department of Mathematics within the Faculty of Science (Mathematisch-Naturwissenschaftliche Fakultät). Her research focuses on Mathematical General Relativity, Geometric Analysis, and Differential Geometry, with notable contributions to photon surfaces, black hole uniqueness, static spacetimes, and geometric inequalities. She leads research initiatives and organizes international workshops such as the Analysis and Geometry in Ländle (AnGeL) seminar and interdisciplinary meetings on General Relativity. Her academic journey includes a thesis on geometrostatic systems and collaborations with leading figures like Prof. Dr. Gerhard Huisken. She actively engages in science communication through outreach programs, including the mathematics game Ganita , exhibitions like Women in Mathematics , and public lectures. She has co-edited publications like Snapshots of modern mathematics from Oberwolfach and contributed to accessible works such as How to Unmask a Chocolate Thief . Prof. Cederbaum advises multiple PhD and master’s students, including Albachiara Cogo, Ariadna Léon Quirós, and others. Her work bridges theoretical physics and geometry, addressing foundational questions in spacetime structure and relativistic mass concepts. She also emphasizes education innovation, developing hands-on teaching methods for geometry and promoting women in STEM through mentorship programs.

• Integrable Models
• AdS/CFT Correspondence
• Yang-Baxter Models
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Stijn J. van Tongeren is a theoretical physicist and Emmy Noether junior research group leader at Humboldt University, Berlin. His research focuses on integrable models within the context of the AdS/CFT correspondence, particularly exploring Yang-Baxter deformations, twist-noncommutative gauge theories, and mirror duality in string theory. He holds a PhD from Utrecht University (2013), supervised by Prof. Gleb Arutyunov, and previously conducted postdoctoral research under Prof. Matthias Staudacher in the 'Space-Time-Matter' group at Humboldt University. His work spans integrable sigma models, quantum deformations of spacetime geometries, and the application of Drinfeld twists to gauge/gravity duality. Key areas include the analysis of η-deformed AdS5×S5 superstrings, non-relativistic string actions, and the thermodynamic Bethe ansatz. His research bridges string theory, quantum field theory, and mathematical physics, emphasizing the role of exact solutions and symmetry structures. Scientific contributions include the development of quantum spectral curves for deformed backgrounds and the exploration of mirror duality in non-geometric settings. He has received the prestigious Emmy Noether grant to lead a research group investigating integrable deformations and their implications for AdS/CFT. His collaborative work often addresses foundational questions in string theory dualities and integrability preservation under deformations.

• Gravitational Waves
• General Relativity
• Compact Binaries
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Dr. Jan Steinhoff is a Group Leader leading the research group Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam. He holds a diploma in Physics (2006) and PhD (2010) from Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, with doctoral research on canonical formulations of spin in general relativity under Prof. Gerhard Schäfer. Following postdoctoral positions at Instituto Superior Técnico (Lisbon) and AEI, he established his independent research group in 2019. His primary research focuses on analytical predictions for compact binary dynamics and gravitational wave emissions. Key areas include: Spin-induced spacetime twisting and orbital precession effects Tidal deformation and oscillation modes in neutron stars Deviations from Einstein's gravity in gravitational wave signatures Effective field theory frameworks for binary systems Waveform modeling (especially effective-one-body approaches) Steinhoff's publications demonstrate consistent focus on analytical relativity methods applied to gravitational wave astrophysics. Recent work emphasizes: Tidal interactions in neutron stars within modified gravity theories High-precision post-Newtonian calculations Waveform development for next-generation detectors Tests of general relativity using LIGO-Virgo observations He leads the AEI's efforts in developing perturbative solutions to gravitational two-body problems, leveraging synergies with high-energy physics techniques including scattering amplitudes and effective field theories.

Stefan WaldmannView profile

Professor

• Mathematical Physics
• Deformation Quantization
• Symplectic Geometry
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Professor Stefan Waldmann holds the Chair of Mathematics X (Mathematical Physics) at the University of Würzburg, where he leads the Mathematical Physics research team. His academic career spans from his doctoral work at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg through faculty positions at multiple institutions including Erlangen, Leuven, and Frankfurt, before settling at Würzburg. He maintains an active research program in mathematical physics with numerous publications and collaborations across Europe. Waldmann's research interests focus on the mathematical foundations of quantum theory, particularly in the areas of deformation quantization, star products, symplectic and Poisson geometry. His work bridges abstract mathematical structures with physical applications, exploring how classical systems transition to quantum mechanical descriptions. He has made significant contributions to understanding the convergence properties of star products, representation theory of *-algebras, and Morita theory in deformation quantization contexts. His research also extends to coisotropic submanifolds, phase space reduction techniques, and applications to noncommutative spacetime models. The most recent publications demonstrate a consistent focus on advancing deformation quantization theory while addressing specific geometric contexts like Riemann surfaces, Lie groups, and Poincaré disc. His work shows increasing interest in convergence properties of star products and their applications to mathematical physics problems, with recent papers exploring homotopy structures, rigidity phenomena, and phase transitions in Poisson geometrical settings. The research shows a clear trajectory from formal deformation theory toward more strictly convergent mathematical frameworks. Prix du Concours annuel 2018 of the Académie royale des Sciences, des Lettres et des Beaux-Arts de Belgique Professor Waldmann has supervised numerous doctoral and master's students throughout his career, primarily at the University of Freiburg before his appointment at Würzburg. His supervision record includes over 20 theses on topics spanning deformation quantization, Poisson geometry, and mathematical aspects of quantum theory. He has organized multiple international workshops and conferences including the 'Math in the Mill' series and specialized workshops on Poisson geometry, deformation theory, and representation theory. His research has been supported through collaborations with institutions across Europe including Barcelona, Delft, and Mulhouse. At the University of Würzburg, Waldmann leads the Mathematical Physics research group within the Institute of Mathematics, focusing on deformation quantization and its applications to theoretical physics. The group maintains active collaborations with international partners and regularly hosts visiting researchers. Waldmann has also authored several influential textbooks including 'Linear Algebra 1 & 2', 'Topology: An Introduction', and 'Poisson-Geometrie und Deformationsquantisierung', which have become standard references in mathematical physics education.

• Cosmology
• Gravitation
• Theoretical Physics
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Prof. Dr. Viatcheslav Mukhanov is a full Professor and Chair holder at the Arnold Sommerfeld Center for Theoretical Physics within the Faculty of Physics at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU Munich). His research focuses on fundamental theoretical physics, including cosmology, quantum gravity, and the early universe. He is renowned for contributions to inflationary cosmology and gravitational theories such as mimetic gravity and instanton dynamics. Prof. Mukhanov's work bridges quantum field theory and cosmology, addressing topics like black hole remnants, vacuum decay mechanisms, and discrete spacetime models. His collaborations include institutions like the Korea Institute for Advanced Study and Hebrew University. Recent publications highlight advancements in instanton solutions, turbulence models, and quantum fluctuations in curved spacetime. His research often intersects with high-energy physics and observational cosmology.

Christian BlohmannView profile

Researcher

• Differential Geometry
• Symplectic Geometry
• Higher Categories
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Christian Blohmann is a tenured researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Mathematics in Bonn, Germany. His research focuses on differential geometry, symplectic geometry, higher categories, and mathematical physics. He holds a PhD from Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich (2001), advised by Julius Wess, and has held academic positions including a Marie Curie Fellowship at UC Berkeley (2005-2007), a temporary professorship at the University of Regensburg (2009-2010), and roles as Akademischer Rat and lecturer. His work bridges geometric structures with algebraic methods, emphasizing applications in theoretical physics. Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s (Diplom) in Physics and Mathematics at Universities of Konstanz, Paris, and Göttingen (1971-1997) PhD in Mathematical Physics at Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich (2001), supervised by Julius Wess and Hans-Jürgen Schneider Research Interests: Interplay between differential geometry and algebraic structures (e.g., Lie algebroids, groupoids) Higher categorical approaches to geometric and physical problems Noncommutative geometry and deformations in spacetime Mathematical foundations of general relativity and quantum field theory Collaborations include work with Alan Weinstein on Hamiltonian Lie algebroids and with Uli Bunke at the University of Regensburg. His recent papers explore topics like homotopy momentum maps and elastic diffeological spaces, reflecting a focus on geometric analysis and its applications. Grants and Professional Activities: While specific grants are not detailed, his sustained position at the Max Planck Institute underscores institutional support. He also coordinates public relations (PR) activities at the institute, bridging academic research with broader audiences. Labs/Teams: Part of the Max Planck Institute’s Mathematics group, collaborating with international researchers in geometric and algebraic physics.

Heinrich PäsView profile

Professor

• Particle Physics
• Neutrino Physics
• Theoretical Physics
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Heinrich Päs is a Professor in the Department of Physics at the Technical University of Dortmund, where he leads research in particle physics, particularly focusing on neutrinos and their role in fundamental physics. He is affiliated with the Faculty of Physics and conducts theoretical investigations into neutrino properties, cosmology, and quantum foundations. His research interests include: Neutrino physics and flavor mixing Particle physics beyond the Standard Model Cosmological implications of neutrinos Quantum coherence over cosmological distances Potential connections between neutrinos and dark matter Neutrinos as their own antiparticles (Majorana particles) Extra spatial dimensions in particle propagation The exploration of neutrinos, as described by Prof. Päs, is still in its early stages and holds potential for groundbreaking discoveries in fundamental physics. His work bridges theoretical particle physics with cosmological observations and quantum mechanics. There are no listed awards or honors in the provided text. Prof. Päs advises students and potentially leads a research group focused on theoretical neutrino physics, though specific advisees are not named. There is no mention of grants or funding sources in the text provided. He leads a research group within the Department of Physics at TU Dortmund that investigates the neutrino sector, aiming to uncover new physics related to the origin of matter, the structure of spacetime, and the quantum nature of the universe.

Frans R. KlinkhamerView profile

Professor

• Elementary particle physics
• Structure of spacetime
• Electroweak Standard Model
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Professor Frans R. Klinkhamer is a theoretical physicist at the Institute for Theoretical Physics (ITP) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, where he leads a research group focused on fundamental aspects of elementary particle physics and the structure of spacetime. His work spans multiple interconnected research areas that bridge particle physics, quantum field theory, and cosmology. Professor Klinkhamer's research interests center around four major interconnected themes: Baryon number violation through nonperturbative effects in the Electroweak Standard Model, particularly focusing on sphalerons and spectral flow CPT anomaly in chiral gauge theories defined over topologically nontrivial space manifolds Small-scale structure of spacetime and its effects on photon propagation Vacuum energy and cosmology, addressing the threefold cosmological constant problem His approach combines rigorous theoretical analysis with potential observational consequences, particularly using high-energy astrophysical phenomena to test fundamental physics. Analysis of his publication record reveals a consistent trajectory from early work on electroweak sphalerons in the 1990s through to recent investigations of vacuum energy and quantum gravity effects. His research shows increasing integration of cosmological considerations with particle physics, particularly through the development of q-theory to address the cosmological constant problem. The most prominent subfields across his work include Lorentz violation, sphaleron physics, quantum anomalies, and quantum vacuum structure. Professor Klinkhamer has presented his research at numerous international conferences, including venues in Seoul, Karlsruhe, Bremen, Penn State, and various locations across Europe, demonstrating the international recognition of his work. His research has significant implications for understanding fundamental symmetries, the early universe, and potential quantum gravity effects observable through astrophysical phenomena.

• Geometric Analysis
• Differential Geometry
• Relativity Theory

Andoni Royo Abrego serves as a Researcher within the Department of Mathematics at the University of Tübingen's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, actively contributing to specialized research clusters in geometric analysis, differential geometry, and relativity theory. His institutional presence is evidenced by direct contact details including telephone access and dedicated office space. His core research domains encompass: Geometric Analysis Differential Geometry Relativity Theory These areas represent fundamental investigations into mathematical structures governing spacetime curvature, manifold properties, and gravitational physics frameworks. No scientific awards or honors are documented in the available institutional records. Information regarding graduate student mentorship or externally funded research grants remains unspecified in current departmental listings. While affiliated with the university's mathematical research infrastructure, no discrete laboratory groups or collaborative teams are explicitly attributed to his profile in the source material.

Sebastian VölkelView profile

Researcher

• Gravitational Wave Physics
• General Relativity
• Black Hole Physics
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Dr. Sebastian Völkel is a Senior Scientist/Leibniz Fellow at the Max Planck Institute for Gravitational Physics (Albert Einstein Institute) in Potsdam, Germany, where he is part of the Astrophysical and Cosmological Relativity department led by Prof. Alessandra Buonanno. Previously, he was a postdoctoral researcher at SISSA and IFPU in Trieste, Italy, in the ERC group of Enrico Barausse, and completed his PhD at the University of Tübingen under Kostas D. Kokkotas. He holds a summa cum laude doctorate in Theoretical Astrophysics. His research centers on the quasi-normal modes of compact objects—neutron stars and black holes—using gravitational wave observations to probe their internal structure and test general relativity. He investigates inverse problems, aiming to reconstruct spacetime properties from observed oscillation spectra. His work spans theoretical modeling, data analysis, Bayesian inference, and the development of parametrized frameworks for modified gravity. He also studies black hole shadows, Hawking radiation analogs, and neutron star equations of state. Dr. Völkel has published over 30 articles in leading journals such as Physical Review Letters , Physical Review D , and Classical and Quantum Gravity . His recent work includes ringdown spectroscopy, Bayesian parameter estimation, and systematic error analysis in gravitational wave models. He has contributed to major collaborations and reviews on black hole spectroscopy and fundamental physics with LISA. Promotionspreis of the University of Tübingen (2021) Finalist, DPG Matter and Cosmos Dissertation Prize (2021) Honorable mention, GWIC-Braccini Thesis Prize (2020) He is actively involved in teaching, having lectured on general relativity at the Jürgen Ehlers Spring School, and in outreach, giving public talks and a podcast. He organizes workshops, leads journal clubs, and develops open-source software for quasi-normal mode analysis. He has served as a referee for Physical Review Letters , Classical and Quantum Gravity , and other journals.

Piero NicoliniView profile

Researcher

• Theoretical Physics
• Quantum Gravity
• Black Holes
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Piero Nicolini is a researcher and academic affiliated with the Frankfurt Institute for Advanced Studies (FIAS) at Goethe University Frankfurt. His primary role involves leading the Research Group focusing on theoretical physics, quantum gravity, and black hole physics. Nicolini has taught advanced courses such as 'Introduction to String Theory' and 'Classical and Quantum Black Holes' from 2013 to 2016, reflecting his expertise in foundational areas of physics. His research interests center on mathematical modeling of physical systems, particularly black holes, their thermodynamics, quantum gravity, and exotic quantum field theory effects. He explores topics like noncommutative geometry, generalized uncertainty principles, and the interplay between high-energy physics and astrophysical phenomena. Nicolini’s work also investigates the implications of extra dimensions and Planck-scale physics on black hole behavior, including Hawking radiation and gravitational collapse. Nicolini has contributed to over 60 peer-reviewed articles since 2008, with recent work emphasizing quantum gravity corrections via string T-duality, minimal length effects in black hole physics, and the thermodynamic properties of black holes in various spacetime dimensions. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with potential observational signatures, such as black hole evaporation and cosmic phenomena. While no explicit awards or grants are listed, his active research group and teaching roles indicate sustained academic engagement. Nicolini maintains collaborations within FIAS and contributes to interdisciplinary initiatives in theoretical physics and applied mathematics.

• Gravitational Physics
• Quantum Field Theory in Curved Spacetimes
• Theoretical Astroparticle Physics
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Dr. Christian Röken is a researcher affiliated with the Institute of Philosophy at the University of Bonn, specifically within the Lichtenberg Group for History and Philosophy of Physics. His primary academic focus lies at the intersection of gravitational physics, quantum field theory in curved spacetimes, and theoretical astroparticle physics. Röken's work explores black hole models, relativistic quantum phenomena, and magnetohydrodynamical systems in the heliosphere. He contributes to loop quantum gravity research and develops analytical solutions for astrophysical problems such as blazar flaring and interstellar magnetic fields. His research interests include general relativistic models for black holes, fermionic and bosonic field interactions, and the application of quantum gravity concepts to cosmological and astrophysical scenarios. Notable contributions include horizon-penetrating coordinate systems for Schwarzschild black holes and time-dependent solutions for heliospheric magnetic fields. Röken's publications span theoretical physics journals, addressing both foundational and applied aspects of spacetime dynamics and quantum phenomena. Röken's work integrates mathematical rigor with physical intuition, bridging classical and quantum gravity frameworks. His involvement in transdisciplinary research at the University of Bonn highlights his engagement with cutting-edge topics in fundamental physics and astrophysical modeling.