Good slides or summaries for Field theory, Lie algebra, etc.

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The discussion centers around a diploma student preparing for a PhD interview in theoretical particle physics, seeking effective review materials for subjects including Lie algebra, quantum field theory (QFT), and general relativity. The student finds Mark Thomson's handouts on "Modern Particle Physics" particularly useful for summarizing Particle Physics and QED. They inquire about similar concise resources for general relativity and Lie algebra, referencing key texts such as Peskin & Schroeder for QFT and Cahn's work on semisimple Lie algebras. The student emphasizes the need for top-down summaries, especially for the standard model.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Lie algebra concepts as outlined in Cahn's "Semisimple Lie Algebra and its Applications."
  • Familiarity with quantum field theory principles based on Peskin & Schroeder.
  • Knowledge of general relativity from sources like Wald's and Carroll's textbooks.
  • Basic grasp of the standard model of particle physics and its components.
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  • Research concise review materials for general relativity, similar to Thomson's handouts.
  • Look for top-down summaries of the standard model of particle physics.
  • Explore additional lecture notes or summaries for Lie algebra, particularly those that emphasize applications.
  • Investigate online resources or forums for QFT study aids that align with Peskin & Schroeder's teachings.
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The discussion is beneficial for diploma students, prospective PhD candidates in theoretical physics, and anyone seeking efficient review materials for advanced topics in particle physics, quantum field theory, and general relativity.

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Hello!
I am a diploma student at HEP section. I am going to have an interview for PhD within a week. I've finished the course and learned a lot about Lie algebra, quantum field theory, general relativity, standard model, etc. How can I review everything as soon as possible? For example, Mark Thomson's handouts "Modern Particle Physics" (http://www.hep.phy.cam.ac.uk/~thomson/lectures/lectures.html) is really helpful for me to summarize Particle Physics & QED. But how about general relativity and Lie algebra, quantum field theory, etc? Are there any good slides or very short summaries for these subjects, like Thomson's handouts or reorganizing style from top to down? Thank you.

P.S. : And my QED & QFT courses mainly and closely followed Peskin & Schroeder from the beginning to the non-abellian theory. And Cahn's "Semisimple Lie algebra and its applications" and H. Georgia's book for Lie Algebra course, Wald's book & Carroll's book for general relativity, and Professors' ownstyle lecture notes for standard model and particle physics. Especially I hope a material to summarize the standard model from top to down.
When I prepared GR exam, I refreshed myself using this handwritten lecture notes in https://inside.mines.edu/~aflourno/GR/418.shtml
 
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haushofer said:
A PhD about what?

This is some kind of master course and I applied for PhD course in theoretical particle physics . If I fail in this interview, then I have to apply to the other university.
 
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