Master Thesis in Quantum Gravity

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The discussion centers around suggestions for pursuing a master's thesis in quantum gravity, particularly for a student seeking opportunities abroad due to a lack of local resources. The scope includes potential universities, faculty supervision, and the relevance of string theory in the context of quantum gravity.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, Tomas, seeks recommendations for universities and professors to supervise a master's thesis in quantum gravity, expressing difficulty due to limited local resources.
  • Another participant suggests the Perimeter Institute as a potential option for study and research in quantum gravity.
  • Uppsala University is proposed by a participant as a strong candidate due to its reputation in theoretical physics, particularly in string theory, which may support research in quantum gravity.
  • Some participants note that string theory is not the only approach to quantum gravity, indicating a broader landscape of research possibilities.
  • There is a discussion about the necessity of understanding quantum gravity problems in the context of string theory, suggesting interdependencies between the two fields.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the relevance of string theory to quantum gravity, with some emphasizing its importance while others suggest alternative approaches exist. The discussion does not reach a consensus on the best university or approach for Tomas's thesis.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects varying perspectives on the relationship between string theory and quantum gravity, with no definitive conclusions drawn about the best path forward for the student.

Who May Find This Useful

Students and researchers interested in pursuing studies in quantum gravity, particularly those considering international opportunities and the interplay between string theory and other approaches.

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Hello everyone.

Im studying theoretical physics in sweden and I would like to go abroad for my last year to take some courses and write my master thesis within the field of quantum gravity.

Do you have any suggestions on where I should try to go?

As there is no research within that field at my university I have a tough time finding a good place I could go to and also a good professor to supervise my thesis, any suggestions on that?

Thanks
Tomas
 
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Why not Uppsala University which has one of Europes best divisions of Theoretical (string theory) physics?

They should be able to help you write thesis in Quantum Gravity for sure! :-)

http://www.teorfys.uu.se/sv

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulf_Lindstrom
 
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For Quantum Gravity, String theory isn't the only game in town.
 
No of course not, but in order to do string theory, "problem" of quantum gravity must be understood
 

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