جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Erik Plauschinnمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• String Theory
• Cosmology
• Theoretical Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Erik Plauschinn is a theoretical physicist specializing in string theory and cosmology. He held a DFG Heisenberg Fellowship at Utrecht University from May 2020 to February 2025, focusing on string vacua and non-geometric fluxes. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, and postdoctoral researcher at LMU Munich (2015–2020), and held postdoctoral positions at the University of Padova (2012–2015) and Utrecht University (2009–2012). His graduate studies were conducted at the Max-Planck-Institute for Physics in Munich (2006–2009). His research interests span string theory, quantum gravity, and cosmology, with a focus on flux compactifications, moduli stabilization, non-geometric backgrounds, and T-dualities. He has contributed to understanding AdS vacua, Swampland conjectures, and applications of double field theory. Key awards include the DFG Heisenberg Fellowship. Recent publications explore topics such as flux vacua in mirror octic models, mass spectra in type IIB compactifications, and the tadpole conjecture in asymptotic limits. His work bridges string theory formalism with cosmological implications, emphasizing non-geometric structures and symmetry principles.

Thomas Grimmمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• String Theory
• Cosmology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Thomas Grimm is a Professor and Director of the Dutch Research School of Theoretical Physics (DRSTP) at Utrecht University. His research focuses on unifying quantum field theories with gravity, primarily through string theory. He explores mathematical structures like tame geometry to analyze quantum field theory complexity and cosmological implications. Recent work emphasizes complexity bounds in quantum systems and moduli space dynamics. His research interests include particle physics, string theory applications in cosmology and quantum gravity, and mathematical logic's role in constraining effective theories. He has contributed to flux compactifications, swampland conjectures, and moduli stabilization mechanisms. Prof. Grimm emphasizes DRSTP's role in fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among theoretical physicists and supporting PhD students' professional development. His work bridges abstract mathematical frameworks with physical phenomena, aiming to uncover foundational principles of quantum gravity.

Tom Imboمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Quantum Mechanics
• Mathematical Physics
• Theoretical Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Tom Imbo is an Associate Professor in the Department of Physics at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), where he joined the faculty in 1992 after a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Texas at Austin and a Junior Fellowship at Harvard University. He currently serves as Director of the newly formed Laboratory for Quantum Theory at the Extremes , a collaborative think-tank for theoretical physicists, mathematicians, and philosophers exploring extreme physical phenomena (e.g., quantum scales, relativistic speeds, extreme temperatures/densities) and their conceptual intersections with formal logic and Chassidic thought. BS, Physics (1986), University of Illinois at Chicago PhD, Physics (1988), University of Texas at Austin His research bridges quantum mechanics , relativity theory , mathematical physics , quantum field theory , and formal logic , with a focus on the topological and algebraic structures underlying physical systems. He has secured federal and private grants, taught over 25 courses at UIC, and emphasized interdisciplinary collaboration, particularly with mathematicians and philosophers. His work on Alice strings , non-abelian vortices , and quantum logic highlights his interest in exotic symmetries and foundational quantum principles. The 15 most recent publications span quantum foundations (e.g., non-commutative observables, logical algebras), topological defects (Alice strings, monopoles), mathematical structures (Kronecker products), and high-energy physics (leptoquarks, collider phenomena). These reflect his interdisciplinary focus, with keywords like quantum field theory , representation theory , and quantum information .

Daniel Thompsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• String Theory
• Supergravity
• Quantum Field Theory
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Daniel Thompson is a Professor of Physics at Swansea University, holding a Royal Society University Research Fellowship. He previously served as a part-time Research Professor at Vrije Universiteit Brussel. His research focuses on dualities in String Theory, addressing three core questions: the scope of dualities, their application to physical phenomena, and the mathematical language describing them. Major contributions include work on Exceptional Field Theory, string dualities, and integrable systems. Thompson obtained his undergraduate degree in Mathematics and Mathematical Physics from Imperial College London (2002), a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Mathematics from Cambridge University (2003), a master's in Quantum Fields and Fundamental Physics from Imperial College (2006), and a PhD in Theoretical Physics from Queen Mary, University of London (2010). His published work predominantly explores mathematical physics foundations, with recent articles focusing on Chern-Simons theory, twistor space models, and Poisson-Lie dualities. These publications consistently integrate concepts from quantum gravity, string theory, and geometric algebra. FWO Postdoctoral Fellowship (2011, renewed 2014) Royal Society University Research Fellowship (2017) Thompson supervises postgraduate students and coordinates research in dualities and geometry at Swansea's Particle Physics Theory and Cosmology group.

• String theory
• Quantum field theory
• Theoretical cosmology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Carlos Nunez is Professor of Theoretical Physics and Personal Chair at Swansea University. Educated in Argentina (PhD from Buenos Aires-La Plata Universities), he held postdoctoral positions at Harvard University, University of Cambridge, and MIT (as Pappalardo Fellow) before joining Swansea in 2006. His research specializes in string theory, quantum field theory, and their applications to theoretical cosmology. He has taught courses ranging from foundational physics to advanced mathematics for physicists, including postgraduate summer schools. Pappalardo Fellowship in Physics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Jacob Bourjailyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• Quantum Field Theory
• Theoretical Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacob Bourjaily is a Professor of Physics at the Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) and maintains an affiliation with the Niels Bohr International Academy of the University of Copenhagen. His research focuses on theoretical physics, particularly particle physics and quantum field theory, with emphasis on scattering amplitudes, supersymmetric Yang-Mills theory, and mathematical methods in high-energy physics. Education: PhD in Physics, Princeton University (2011) Master of Advanced Study (MaSt) in Mathematics, University of Cambridge (2006) BS in Physics and Mathematics, University of Michigan (2005) Research Interests: Bourjaily explores advanced theoretical frameworks to understand particle interactions, including the geometry of scattering amplitudes, loop integrands, and the interplay between gauge theories and gravity. His work integrates algebraic geometry, elliptic functions, and computational tools to address challenges in perturbative quantum field theory. Grants & Awards: European Research Council Starting Grant (€1.5M, 2018) Villum Foundation Young Investigator Award (2017) Harvard Society of Fellows Membership (2011–2014) Research Group: Bourjaily collaborates with postdoctoral researchers and students on topics like elliptic amplitudes, Calabi-Yau geometries, and non-planar contributions. Current advisees include PhD students at Penn State and Copenhagen. Labs & Teams: He contributes to international projects such as the FalconD collaboration for high-field magnets and maintains ties with the Niels Bohr Institute’s theoretical physics group.

• Quantum Field Theory
• Quantum Gravity
• String Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tristan McLoughlin is an Associate Professor in the School of Mathematics at Trinity College Dublin. His research focuses on quantum field theory, quantum gravity, string theory, integrable models, and many-body physics. He has contributed to areas such as celestial amplitudes, AdS/CFT correspondence, and scattering amplitudes, with recent work exploring connections between T-duality and S-duality in electromagnetic backgrounds. His research interests span theoretical high-energy physics, with a particular emphasis on mathematical structures underlying quantum gravity and string theory. Notable contributions include studies of quantum chaos in super-Yang-Mills theory, asymptotic charges in QCD, and holographic methods in celestial physics. McLoughlin’s publications reflect a strong focus on integrable systems and their applications to scattering amplitudes, with key contributions in conformal higher spin theory and twistor space actions. His work bridges advanced mathematical techniques with fundamental questions in particle physics and cosmology. He maintains an active research profile, with collaborations evident in his extensive publication record. His personal homepage and institutional profile provide further details about his ongoing projects and academic activities.

• Theoretical Physics
• Conformal Field Theory
• Holography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Manuela Kulaxizi is an Assistant Professor in Mathematics at Trinity College Dublin, based in the School of Mathematics. Her research focuses on theoretical physics, particularly conformal field theory, holography, black hole physics, and quantum gravity. She explores topics such as AdS/CFT correspondence, entanglement entropy, and the interplay between field theories and gravitational systems. Her work often utilizes advanced mathematical techniques like conformal bootstrap methods and algebraic structures. Her research interests span disciplines including pure mathematics and theoretical physics, with a strong emphasis on understanding fundamental aspects of quantum gravity and high-energy physics. She has contributed to studies involving black hole thermodynamics, phase shifts in conformal field theories, and the application of holographic principles to complex systems. Selected notable contributions include investigations into multi-stress tensor sectors, subleading eikonal effects in AdS/CFT, and the complexity of holographic flavor models. Her articles frequently bridge mathematical formalism with physical interpretations, addressing both foundational questions and applied scenarios in modern theoretical physics.

Surya Raghavendranمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Mathematical Physics
• Algebraic Geometry
• Representation Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Surya Raghavendran is a Gibbs Assistant Professor in the Department of Mathematics at Yale University and a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh (2024-25). His research bridges mathematical physics, algebraic geometry, and representation theory, particularly focusing on geometric constructions in high energy physics such as supersymmetric gauge theories, supergravity, and string duality. Education: PhD in Mathematics: Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics & University of Toronto (Advisor: Kevin Costello) Bachelor’s Degree: University of Texas at Austin Research Interests: Twisting of supersymmetric theories Calabi-Yau categories and moduli spaces Geometric realizations of quantum groups Applications of derived/noncommutative geometry Teaching: MATH 671: Lie Groups & Representation Theory (Yale, Fall 2024) MATH 222: Linear Algebra with Applications (Yale, 2023) Collaborations: Active in seminar organizations including the Twisted Holography and Koszul Duality series (2021), co-organizing with Kevin Costello and Brian Williams. Collaborates with leading researchers like Davide Gaiotto, Nafiz Ishtiaque, and Philsang Yoo on projects in twisted holography and dualities.

Walter Goldbergerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Particle Physics
• Theoretical Physics
• High Energy Physics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Walter Goldberger is a Professor of Physics at Yale University, affiliated with the Department of Physics. He holds a Ph.D. from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), awarded in 2001. His research focuses on theoretical high energy physics, including particle physics, gravitational dynamics, quantum field theory, and early universe physics. As a member of the Particle Theory Group at Yale, his work addresses topics such as physics beyond the Standard Model, field theory, quantum chromodynamics (QCD), conformal bootstrap, and early universe phenomena. Goldberger's recent research emphasizes effective field theories applied to compact binaries and black hole dynamics. His contributions include studies on Hawking radiation, radiation reaction forces, and the classical double copy framework linking gauge and gravitational theories. He has also explored non-conservative effects in spinning black holes and the interplay between quantum mechanics and black hole horizons. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, California Institute of Technology, 2001. Goldberger’s publications span gravitational physics, quantum gravity, and high-energy phenomenology, with a focus on bridging theoretical frameworks to observable phenomena. His research group actively engages with topics like the conformal bootstrap, non-relativistic conformal field theories, and applications of effective field theory to cosmological and astrophysical contexts. He maintains an office in Sloane Physics Laboratory (SPL 53A) and is reachable at walter.goldberger@yale.edu.

Ömer Gürdoğanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Quantum Field Theory (QFT)
• Scattering Amplitudes
• Multi-loop Calculations
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ömer Gürdoğan is a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Southampton, holding the Royal Society University Research Fellowship. He is affiliated with the Southampton High Energy Physics (SHEP) group and the Southampton Theory Astrophysics and Gravity (STAG) Research Centre. His research focuses on scattering amplitudes in Quantum Field Theory (QFT), multi-loop calculations using bootstrap techniques, and applications of cluster algebras to QFT. He also explores integrable QFTs, notably the Fishnet Model. Ömer's academic background includes a PhD from Queen Mary University of London and postdoctoral roles at the University of Oxford, École Normale Supérieure (Paris), and the University of Southampton. He previously held the UKRI Stephen Hawking Fellowship. His work bridges theoretical physics and advanced mathematics, with contributions to topics like tropical geometry and integrability. Research Projects: New Perspectives In Quantum Field Theory (Royal Society-funded) Cluster bootstrap beyond scattering amplitudes N=4 super Yang-Mills New Frontiers In Particle Physics, Cosmology And Gravity (Science & Technology Facilities Council) His publications span prestigious journals like Physical Review Letters and Journal of High Energy Physics , addressing themes such as form factors, bootstrap techniques, and algebraic structures in amplitudes. He actively supervises PhD students in high-energy physics and theoretical mathematics. Ömer has been honored with fellowships from the Royal Society and UKRI, reflecting his contributions to advancing fundamental physics through innovative mathematical frameworks.

Masanori Hanadaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Quantum Field Theory
• Strongly Coupled Quantum Systems
• Quantum Gravity
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Masanori Hanada is a Senior Lecturer in Mathematical Sciences at Queen Mary University of London, affiliated with the School of Mathematical Sciences. His research focuses on theoretical physics, including quantum field theory, strongly coupled quantum systems, quantum gravity, quantum simulation, and applications of artificial intelligence. He explores topics such as matrix models, string theory, QCD, lattice gauge theory, and the interplay between deep learning and physics. His work bridges fundamental physics with computational methods, including quantum computing and Monte Carlo techniques. Dr. Hanada has authored a textbook, MCMC from Scratch , published in both Japanese and English, and contributed to open-source simulation codes on GitHub. His research has been published extensively in high-impact journals and covers areas like black hole dynamics, holography, and quantum chaos. Despite no listed awards, his contributions to quantum gravity and matrix model simulations are notable. He has advised on grants related to quantum simulation and gauge/gravity duality but no specific student names are provided. His academic background includes education in Kyoto and Tokyo, with a career spanning theoretical physics research. He maintains interests in interdisciplinary collaborations and computational physics tools.

Rodolfo Russoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• String Theory
• Quantum Field Theory
• Black Hole Dynamics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Rodolfo Russo is a Professor in Applied Mathematics and Theoretical Physics at the School of Mathematical Sciences, Queen Mary University of London, and Lead for Communication and Public Engagement. He holds a PhD from Politecnico di Torino and has held postdoctoral positions at the University of Neuchâtel, École Normale Supérieure (Paris), and CERN. His research focuses on String Theory, Quantum Field Theory, and their interplay, particularly the AdS/CFT duality in heavy states and the eikonal limit of gravitational scattering, with applications to black hole dynamics. He has supervised numerous PhD students and co-authored over 100 publications. Russo is also involved in research grants totaling £2.7M, including projects on amplitudes, strings, and duality, and the role of heavy states in black hole physics. His teaching includes the Relativistic Waves & Quantum Fields module and leadership of the Euromaster programme. Research interests span perturbative string theory, black hole microstate geometries, effective actions from string amplitudes, and gauge/gravity duality beyond supergravity. His work addresses foundational questions in quantum gravity, gravitational wave physics, and high-energy scattering processes. Russo's recent articles explore gravitational waveforms, eikonal methods, and holographic correlators, advancing understanding of black hole dynamics and gravitational interactions at extreme energies. He collaborates widely, leading initiatives in theoretical physics communication and education.

Ida Zadehمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• String Theory
• Conformal Field Theory (CFT)
• High Energy Physics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ida Zadeh is a Lecturer in String Theory at the University of Southampton. Her research focuses on fundamental aspects of string theory and quantum gravity, including conformal field theories, AdS/CFT correspondence, and mathematical structures in string compactifications. She actively supervises PhD students and has published extensively in high-impact journals. Her work explores topics such as BPS states in holographic systems, moduli spaces of conformal field theories, and stability analyses of string vacua. Notable contributions include studies of heterotic strings on orbifolds, Mathieu moonshine phenomena linked to K3 surfaces, and non-perturbative effects in supersymmetric backgrounds. Zadeh collaborates internationally and has contributed to advancing our understanding of string dualities, quantum gravity, and the interplay between geometry and physics in high-energy systems.

• Nuclear Theory
• Holographic QCD
• AdS/CFT Correspondence
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Sean Peter Bartz is an Assistant Professor of Physics in the Department of Chemistry & Physics at Indiana State University, College of Arts & Sciences. His research focuses on theoretical and computational nuclear physics, particularly in holographic QCD, chiral phase transitions, and meson spectroscopy. He also contributes to physics education and mechanical modeling. Education: Ph.D. in Physics, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities, 2014 B.S. in Physics (with Mathematics emphasis), Xavier University, 2008 Research Interests: Dr. Bartz's research lies at the intersection of high-energy theoretical physics and computational modeling. He investigates holographic QCD using soft-wall AdS/QCD models, focusing on chiral phase transitions , meson melting , and the QCD phase diagram . His work applies string-inspired gauge-gravity duality to non-perturbative nuclear phenomena. Additionally, he explores classical mechanics problems , such as inelastic collisions and magnetic interactions, often with pedagogical applications. His recent publications reflect a dual focus on theoretical nuclear physics and computational/experimental physics education . Publication Trends: His recent articles (2022–2025) span both high-energy theory and classical physics. The former group centers on AdS/QCD models with scalar-dilaton coupling and chiral dynamics, while the latter investigates mechanical systems like mass-spring-damper models, two-ball bounce, and magnetic collisions—often with analytical or numerical solutions aimed at deeper understanding and teaching applications. Scientific Awards and Recognitions: First Destination Survey Class of 2020 Recognition (2021) IOP Trusted Reviewer, Institute of Physics Publishing (2025–present) High Power Rocketry Certification, Level 1, National Association of Rocketry (2020–present) Grants and Advising: Dr. Bartz has served as Principal Investigator on multiple grants supporting undergraduate research, including "Extra-Dimensional Models of Hot and Dense Nuclear Matter" ($2,586) and "One Tweet, One Percent" ($4,000). He mentors undergraduate researchers in computational and theoretical projects, fostering student engagement in nuclear theory. While no formal PhD/Master’s students are listed, his grants indicate active research advising at the undergraduate level. Labs and Teams: Though no dedicated lab name is mentioned, Dr. Bartz leads computational research in theoretical nuclear physics and collaborates with students on modeling projects. He is a member of the Indiana Space Grant Consortium and has led the ISU Eclipse Task Force , demonstrating leadership in STEM outreach and interdisciplinary teams focused on public science education and astronomical events.