Quantum Gravity PhD: UK/EU Suggestions Wanted

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around recommendations for pursuing a PhD in quantum gravity, specifically within the UK and Europe. Participants express interest in various theoretical approaches, particularly loop quantum gravity, and seek guidance on potential supervisors and institutions.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about good PhD programs in quantum gravity, expressing a specific interest in loop quantum gravity and mentioning Renate Loll as a potential supervisor.
  • Another participant suggests the Perimeter Institute and Waterloo Physics in Canada, noting that Lee Smolin is associated with the Perimeter Institute, although they lack knowledge of European universities.
  • A later reply corrects the name from Peter Smolin to Lee Smolin.
  • Additional links to research teams and institutions are provided, including references to the Max Planck Institute and Imperial College London.
  • One participant acknowledges the correction regarding the name and adds a link to the university where Carlo Rovelli works.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on specific institutions in Europe, and multiple suggestions are presented without agreement on the best options.

Contextual Notes

Some suggestions may depend on the current research interests of faculty members, which could change over time. The discussion does not resolve the suitability of the mentioned institutions for quantum gravity research.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in pursuing a PhD in quantum gravity, particularly those focused on loop quantum gravity and related theoretical frameworks.

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hi everyone

i was wondering if anybody had any suggestions for particularly good places to do a phd in quantum gravity? in the uk or around europe in particular? most theoretical physics positions seem to be focused on high energy theory or strings. i am particularly interested in loop quantum gravity or similar approaches. renate loll in utrecht for example would be exactly the kind of person i'd be interested in doing a phd under however she does not seem to be inerested in applications at present. so if anybody has any suggestions that would be nice!
 
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Try the Perimeter Institute or Waterloo Physics in Canada. I believe Peter Smolin, a big name in LQG is at Perimeter. I don't know much about European universities.
 
JasonJo said:
Try the Perimeter Institute or Waterloo Physics in Canada. I believe Peter Smolin, a big name in LQG is at Perimeter. I don't know much about European universities.

I think you mean Lee Smolin.
 
http://www.aei.mpg.de/english/research/teams/quantumGravity/index.html
http://www3.imperial.ac.uk/theoreticalphysics/research

...but do look into Perimeter:
http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/Scientific/Research/Quantum_Gravity/
http://www.perimeterinstitute.ca/en/Scientific/Research/Quantum_Foundations/
 
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robphy said:
I think you mean Lee Smolin.

Haha wow, yes, how in the hell did I write Peter Smolin?

And I would like to add this university (the university where Carlo Rovelli is employed): http://www.cpt.univ-mrs.fr/~rovelli/.
 

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