Foundations of quantum cosmology /

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"Version: 20200901"--Title page verso.Includes bibliographical references.1. The universe on large and small scales -- 1.1. Homogeneous and isotropic cosmology -- 1.2. Hamiltonian -- 1.3. Geometry -- 1.4. Perturbative inhomogeneity -- 1.5. Spherically symmetric models -- 1.6. Full inhomogeneity2. Covariance -- 2.1. Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulations -- 2.2. Action principles -- 2.3. Canonical formulation3. Quantum corrections -- 3.1. Algebra -- 3.2. Measurements -- 3.3. Dynamics -- 3.4. Transition amplitude and path integrals4. Minisuperspace models -- 4.1. Volume scaling -- 4.2. Problem of time -- 4.3. Algebras -- 4.4. Representations5. Quantum gravity -- 5.1. Classification and comparison -- 5.2. Approaches -- 5.3. Appreciation6. Quantum cosmology of inhomogeneous spacetimes -- 6.1. Homogeneity in inhomogeneous models -- 6.2. Consistent spacetime structures -- 6.3. Cosmology at large curvature.This book lays the foundations of quantum cosmology, developing classical cosmology and quantum physics based on general principles without requiring detailed background knowledge in these fields. Throughout the book, the discussion focuses on the physical meaning of space-time--classical or quantum--and on the important requirement of general covariance. Various classical models are derived from this condition and applied to basic questions in cosmology and the physics of black holes. The book's introduction of relevant ingredients from quantum physics makes it possible to derive fundamental features of quantum cosmology, to present the main approaches to quantum gravity, including string theory and causal dynamical triangulations, and to outline some of their cosmological implications. It is an essential guide for researchers in quantum gravity and astrophysicists interested in fundamental aspects of cosmology.Researchers in quantum gravity, astrophysicists interested in fundamental aspects of cosmology.Also available in print.Mode of access: World Wide Web.System requirements: Adobe Acrobat Reader, EPUB reader, or Kindle reader.Martin Bojowald is a professor of physics at Penn State University. His research is focused around different aspects of quantum gravity. The nature of the field allows a broad range of projects, some of which focus more on mathematical aspects and others on physical applications. Honors and Awards: 2008 NSF CAREER Award; 2010 Outstanding Referee, APS; 2010 and 2011 Named one of the Most Valued Elsevier Reviewers; 2011 Faculty Scholar Medal (Physical Sciences), Penn State.Title from PDF title page (viewed on October 5, 2020).

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1 online resource (various pagings) :illustrations (some color).

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English

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9780750324601

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Cosmology & the universe.
SCIENCE / Cosmology.
Quantum cosmology.

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