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Eran Palti is a Full Professor in the Department of Physics at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), where he leads a research group dedicated to theoretical physics, particularly string theory and quantum gravity. His work bridges fundamental aspects of high-energy physics with cosmological implications, focusing on topics such as the Swampland program, compactification, and emergent phenomena.
His research interests lie at the forefront of theoretical physics, exploring the deep structure of string theory, M-theory, and their connections to quantum gravity. Key areas include F-theory, supersymmetry, supergravity, and the mathematical foundations of Calabi-Yau manifolds. He investigates how physical laws emerge from more fundamental principles, particularly in the context of topological strings and non-perturbative effects.
The recent trend in his publications reveals a strong focus on the Swampland conjectures, emergence, and the interplay between string theory and quantum gravity. His work frequently addresses constraints on effective field theories from quantum gravity, the behavior of massive particles in Regge limits, and the thermodynamic and geometric properties of string vacua. These studies contribute to a deeper understanding of the landscape of string theory and the boundaries of consistent physical theories.
- Regge growth of isolated massive spin-2 particles and the Swampland
- Emergence in string theory and Fermi gases
- Self-binding energies in AdS
- On Calabi-Yau manifolds at strong topological string coupling
- Non-perturbative topological string theory from M-theory
Prof. Palti is actively involved in multiple research projects, including an ongoing German-Israeli collaboration on holography and the Swampland funded by the German Research Foundation. He previously led a project on the cosmology of string and M-theory supported by the Science and Technology Facilities Council. He advises a research group comprising postdoctoral researchers and collaborators such as Nicolo Petri, Stefano Andriolo, and Marco Michel, fostering a collaborative environment in theoretical physics.
His research group, part of the Department of Physics at BGU, focuses on advancing the frontiers of quantum gravity and string theory. The team explores topics such as string compactifications, emergent spacetime, and the mathematical structures underlying physical theories. The group maintains strong international collaborations, particularly with institutions in Germany, contributing to the global effort to unify quantum mechanics and general relativity.
