Birth Control in Euclidean Quantum Gravity: CDT

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The discussion centers on the concept of "birth control" in the context of Euclidean quantum gravity, specifically through the method known as causal dynamical triangulation (CDT). The term "minbus" or "baby universe" is identified as a significant hazard within this framework. The paper referenced is co-authored by Charlotte Gils, who is affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto, raising questions about the interdisciplinary nature of the research. The first author is noted to be a Field Prize winner, indicating a high level of credibility in the field.

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http://arxiv.org/abs/1102.0270

"The first hazard is well known in Euclidean quantum gravity. It is called “minbus”
or “baby universe” [6]. ...

The approach is called “causal dynamical triangulation” (CDT) and has been shown
numerically to provide “birth control” [9]"
 
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Why is this paper co-authored by someone working at Mount Sinai hospital in Toronto? Is anyone else confused by this?
 

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