Foundations of Quantum Cosmology

This is the first book to lay the physical foundations of quantum cosmology, complete with an introduction to space-time physics, quantum theory, and the main approaches to quantum gravity. It is an essential guide for researchers in quantum gravity and astrophysicists interested in fundamental aspects of cosmology.

About the author

Martin Bojowald is a professor of physics at Penn State University. His research is focused on 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.

Product details

• Authors: Martin (The Pennsylvania State University Bojowald
• Publisher: Institute of Physics Publishing
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 17.09.2020
• EAN: 9780750324588
• ISBN: 978-0-7503-2458-8
• No. of pages: 346
• Dimensions: 263 mm x 186 mm x 34 mm
• Weight: 988 g
• Illustrations: With figures in colour and in black and white
• Series: AAS-IOP Astronomy
• Subject: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Physics, astronomy > Astronomy