{"product_id":"uncovering-quantum-field-theory-and-the-standard-model-from-fundamental-concepts-to-dynamical-mechanisms-hardback-9781108472333","title":"Uncovering Quantum Field Theory and the Standard Model; From Fundamental Concepts to Dynamical Mechanisms (Hardback) 9781108472333","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eUncovering Quantum Field Theory and the Standard Model\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eFrom Fundamental Concepts to Dynamical Mechanisms\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIdeal for graduate courses on quantum field theory and the Standard Model, and as a reference for experienced researchers.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eWolfgang Bietenholz (Author), Uwe-Jens Wiese (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781108472333, Cambridge University Press\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eHardback, published 2 January 2025\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e732 pages\u003cbr\u003e26.2 x 18.6 x 4.1 cm, 1.526 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e'This is a good and comprehensive summary of particle physics. Its particular value is the emphasis on nonperturbative methods including topology, anomalies and lattice methods. It is by its nature not so relevant of the Nuclear part of the course. The presentation is much more modern and streamlined than other books.' Harald W. Griesshammer, George Washington University\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eThis textbook provides an accessible introduction to quantum field theory and the Standard Model of particle physics. It adopts a distinctive pedagogical approach with clear, intuitive explanations to complement the mathematical exposition. The book begins with basic principles of quantum field theory, relating them to quantum mechanics, classical field theory, and statistical mechanics, before building towards a detailed description of the Standard Model. Its concepts and components are introduced step by step, and their dynamical roles and interactions are gradually established. Advanced topics of current research are woven into the discussion and key chapters address physics beyond the Standard Model, covering subjects such as axions, technicolor, and Grand Unified Theories. This book is ideal for graduate courses and as a reference and inspiration for experienced researchers. Additional material is provided in appendices, while numerous end-of-chapter problems and quick questions reinforce the understanding and prepare students for their own research.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e Part I. Quantum Field Theory: Ouverture: concepts of quantum field theory\u003cbr\u003e 1. Basics of quantum field theory\u003cbr\u003e 2. Scalar field theory and canonical quantization\u003cbr\u003e 3. From particles to wavicles and back\u003cbr\u003e 4. Perturbative scalar field functional integral in dimensional regularization\u003cbr\u003e 5. Renormalization group\u003cbr\u003e 6. Quantization of the free electromagnetic field\u003cbr\u003e 7. Charged states in scalar quantum electrodynamics\u003cbr\u003e 8. Canonical quantization of free Weyl, Dirac, and Majorana fermions\u003cbr\u003e 9. Fermionic functional integrals\u003cbr\u003e 10. Chiral symmetry in the continuum and on the lattice\u003cbr\u003e 11. Non-Abelian gauge fields\u003cbr\u003e Part II. Construction of the Standard Model: Intermezzo: concepts of the Standard Model\u003cbr\u003e 12. Spontaneous breakdown of global symmetries: from condensed matter to Higgs bosons\u003cbr\u003e 13. Local symmetry and the Higgs mechanism: from superconductivity to electroweak gauge bosons\u003cbr\u003e 14. Gluons: from confinement to deconfinement\u003cbr\u003e 15. One generation of leptons and quarks\u003cbr\u003e 16. Fermion masses\u003cbr\u003e 17. Several generations and flavor physics of quarks and leptons\u003cbr\u003e Part III. Strong Interaction: 18. Quantum Chromodynamics\u003cbr\u003e 19. Topology of gauge fields\u003cbr\u003e 20. U(1)A-problem\u003cbr\u003e 21. Spectrum of light baryons and mesons\u003cbr\u003e 22. Partons and hard processes\u003cbr\u003e 23. Chiral perturbation theory\u003cbr\u003e 24. Topology of Nambu-Goldstone boson fields\u003cbr\u003e Part IV. Selected Topics beyond the Standard Model: 25. Strong CP-problem\u003cbr\u003e 26. Grand unified theories\u003cbr\u003e Finale\u003cbr\u003e Appendix A. Highlights in the development of particle physics\u003cbr\u003e Appendix B. Units, hierarchies, and fundamental parameters\u003cbr\u003e Appendix C. Structure of Minkowski space-time\u003cbr\u003e Appendix D. Relativistic formulation of classical electrodynamics\u003cbr\u003e Appendix E. From the Galilei to the Poincaré algebra\u003cbr\u003e Appendix F. Lie groups and Lie algebras\u003cbr\u003e Appendix G. Homotopy groups and topology\u003cbr\u003e Appendix H. Monte Carlo method\u003cbr\u003e Appendix I. Phase transitions and critical phenomena\u003cbr\u003e Bibliography\u003cbr\u003e Author Index\u003cbr\u003e Subject Index.\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003eSubject Areas: Statistical physics [\u003ca title=\"See our other books on Statistical physics\" href=\"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/search?q=%22Statistical%20physics%20%5BPHS%5D%22\"\u003ePHS\u003c\/a\u003e]\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Cambridge University Press","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52453516247320,"sku":"9781108472333","price":50.68,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/2037\/5320\/files\/9781108472333i.jpg?v=1785285579","url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/uncovering-quantum-field-theory-and-the-standard-model-from-fundamental-concepts-to-dynamical-mechanisms-hardback-9781108472333","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}