Where can I study (research) Loop Quantum Gravity?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around identifying institutions where one can study or conduct research in Loop Quantum Gravity (LQG). Participants explore the availability of graduate programs and research opportunities in this theoretical field, particularly in comparison to other areas like Superstring theory.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Debate/contested
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses difficulty in finding graduate programs that explicitly research LQG, noting a lack of information compared to Superstring theory.
  • Another participant mentions that Louisiana State University (LSU) conducts research in LQG.
  • There is a clarification that LQG research is theoretical and does not involve traditional laboratory experiments, prompting a discussion about the nature of research in this field.
  • A suggestion is made to review academic papers in LQG to identify authors and their affiliated institutions as a means to find research opportunities.
  • The original poster acknowledges the advice and expresses a desire to learn not only about institutions that research LQG but also those that excel in it.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on specific institutions beyond LSU, and the discussion reflects varying perspectives on how to approach finding research opportunities in LQG.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights the challenges in locating specific programs and the reliance on academic literature to identify active research institutions. There is an assumption that familiarity with relevant papers is necessary for effective research navigation.

KayLepton
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Thank you for opening this Thread
I am kind of new here and this is my first time to post so I apologize if I did something wrong

So my question is where can I study/ research Loop Quantum Gravity
I have checked fair amount of grad school websites and compared to Super String, I have not yet found a place where they openly say they research LQG
Currently I am a undergrad in Japan and possibly start my Bachelor thesis in a year
Since i am considering to get a PhD in physics I thought it would be great to see what kind of grad school actually research on what I am interested in

Thank you for reading and It will be great if you could answer my question
 
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LSU does work in LQG I believe.
 
axmls said:
LSU does work in LQG I believe.
I guess that is Louisiana State University and would that research lab be Professor Singh's lab? Thank you very much !
 
KayLepton said:
I guess that is Louisiana State University and would that research lab be Professor Singh's lab? Thank you very much !

Er... one doesn't do research work in LQG in a "lab". After all, what "experiment" can there be since this all highly theoretical and hypothetical?

Coming back to your original question, if you are already at this stage, then you should have read several papers in this area, and especially in the specific topic that you are interested in. Weren't you able to look at those papers and check the affiliations of the authors? That is the quickest way to know who is doing what, and at what institution.

Zz.
 
ZapperZ said:
Er... one doesn't do research work in LQG in a "lab". After all, what "experiment" can there be since this all highly theoretical and hypothetical?

Coming back to your original question, if you are already at this stage, then you should have read several papers in this area, and especially in the specific topic that you are interested in. Weren't you able to look at those papers and check the affiliations of the authors? That is the quickest way to know who is doing what, and at what institution.

Zz.
thank you for your reply
Ah come to think of it
yes the word i shouldve used is the word institution, didnt come to mind

I didnt think of that, and I guess I will try it out
Though it would be nice not to just learn not only which institution researches LQG but also which institution is good at/ put strength to LQG research

Anyway Thank You for your advice!
 

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