The unification between gravity and quantum field theory is one of the major problems in contemporary fundamental Physics. It exists for almost one century, but a final answer is yet to be found. Although string theory and loop quantum gravity have brought many answers to the quantum gravity problem, they also came with a large set of extra questions. In addition to these last two techniques, many other alternative theories have emerged along the decades. This book presents a series of selected chapters written by renowned authors. Each chapter treats gravity and its quantization through known and alternative techniques, aiming a deeper understanding on the quantum nature of gravity. Quantum Gravity is a book where the reader will find a fine collection of physical and mathematical concepts, an up to date research, about the challenging puzzle of quantum gravity.
Author: Rodrigo Sobreiro |
Publisher: Intechopen |
Publication Date: Feb 15, 2012 |
Number of Pages: 114 pages |
Binding: Hardback or Cased Book |
ISBN-10: 9535100890 |
ISBN-13: 9789535100898 |