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Boundary conformal field theory is concerned with a class of two-dimensional quantum field theories which display a rich mathematical structure and have many applications ranging from string theory to condensed matter physics. In particular, the framework allows discussion of strings and branes directly at the quantum level. Written by internationally renowned experts, this comprehensive introduction to boundary conformal field theory reaches from theoretical foundations to recent developments, with an emphasis on the algebraic treatment of string backgrounds. Topics covered include basic concepts in conformal field theory with and without boundaries, the mathematical description of strings and D-branes, and the geometry of strongly curved spacetime. The book offers insights into string geometry that go beyond classical notions. Describing the theory from basic concepts, and providing numerous worked examples from conformal field theory and string theory, this reference is of interest to graduate students and researchers in physics and mathematics.

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Book category Books in English Mathematics & science Physics Quantum physics (quantum mechanics & quantum field theory)

• Full title: Boundary Conformal Field Theory and the Worldsheet Approach to D-Branes
• Author: Andreas RecknagelVolker Schomerus
• Language: English
• Binding: Hardback
• Number of pages: 346
• EAN: 9780521832236
• ISBN: 0521832233
• ID: 02045860
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Weight: 794 g
• Dimensions: 253 × 182 × 24 mm
• Date of publishing: 28. November 2013

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