Good Universities for Quantum Gravity (phd)

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The discussion centers on identifying reputable universities for pursuing a PhD in Quantum Gravity, particularly in Canada. Key recommendations include the University of Guelph/Waterloo and the Perimeter Institute, which is associated with notable faculty like Lee Smolin. Other institutions mentioned are the University of Western Ontario, University of Toronto, University of British Columbia, McGill University, Louisiana State University, and UC Riverside, with specific faculty members highlighted for their contributions to Loop Quantum Gravity and related fields.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Quantum Gravity concepts
  • Familiarity with Loop Quantum Gravity
  • Knowledge of academic research structures in physics
  • Awareness of notable physicists and their contributions
NEXT STEPS
  • Research faculty and their work at the Perimeter Institute
  • Explore Loop Quantum Gravity research at Louisiana State University
  • Investigate the theoretical physics programs at McGill University
  • Review the academic offerings and research at the University of Guelph/Waterloo
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Prospective PhD candidates in mathematical physics, particularly those focusing on Quantum Gravity, as well as academic advisors and researchers in the field of theoretical physics.

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Can you tell me about good Math and physics departments has good faculties of mathematical physics or quantum gravity ? I will contact prof about phd information.
 
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I'll go over Canada, for quantum gravity:

You best bet is these two (linked) places:
Universities of Guelph/Waterloo: http://gwp.on.ca/research/index.html
Perimeter Institute: http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/

Some smaller research groups on QG are, among others, at:
University of Western Ontario: http://www.apmaths.uwo.ca/theorphys.shtml
University of Toronto: http://www.physics.utoronto.ca/research/subatomic/thep/people
University of British Columbia: http://www.physics.ubc.ca/research/particle.php
 
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SuperStringboy said:
Can you tell me about good Math and physics departments has good faculties of mathematical physics or quantum gravity ? I will contact prof about phd information.

You might want to specify where: which country, which region, if you have any preferences. Have you tried looking on the internet?
 
I will choose Canada, usa, Uk

Yes perimeter institute is a good choice. Lee smolin is there. Surfing net i have found in uk - Nottingham , York math department has good strength. In usa - Penn State.

Dear Cristo,
No i am not tired. I have been searching for few days. I have started this thread bcoz i will get some recommendation and comments from all of you. Bcoz i should choose i good one.
 
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tmc said:
I'll go over Canada, for quantum gravity:

You best bet is these two (linked) places:
Universities of Guelph/Waterloo: http://gwp.on.ca/research/index.html
Perimeter Institute: http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/

Some smaller research groups on QG are, among others, at:
University of Western Ontario: http://www.apmaths.uwo.ca/theorphys.shtml
University of Toronto: http://www.physics.utoronto.ca/research/subatomic/thep/people
University of British Columbia: http://www.physics.ubc.ca/research/particle.php

Thanks friend
 
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Well, as always I like to hype up my own University (McGill). A lot of professors here seem to be doing interesting things in String Theory and Cosmology (although I'm not sure if that's exactly what you have in mind when you say Quantum Gravity). You should read some of the professor's pages under Theoretical High Energy here
http://www.physics.mcgill.ca/people/faculty-f.html/
 
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nicksauce said:
Well, as always I like to hype up my own University (McGill). A lot of professors here seem to be doing interesting things in String Theory and Cosmology (although I'm not sure if that's exactly what you have in mind when you say Quantum Gravity). You should read some of the professor's pages under Theoretical High Energy here
http://www.physics.mcgill.ca/people/faculty-f.html/

Thanks i will visit.. I am actually looking for Loop Quantum Gravity. Not String theory, although my user name is SuperStringBoy !:-p
 
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Forgot to mention Louisiana State University ( for Jorge pullin) and UC riverside math dpt. for John Baez
 
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Thanks robphy.its really interesting... Oh i need to appear physics sub gre... for perimeter inst...

Is LQG developing much quicker in uk,canada,france than usa?
 
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Any more tips from anybody?
 
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SuperStringboy said:
Any more tips from anybody?

Have a Plan B in case pursuing Quantum Gravity doesn't work out for you.
 
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Good suggestion ... !
 

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