quantum field theory
noun
: a theory in physics: the interaction of two separate physical systems (such as particles) is attributed to a field that extends from one to the other and is manifested in a particle exchange between the two systems
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Srishti Gupta 24 days ago Quantum field theory applied to early universe shows fewer mini black holes
Using advanced quantum field theory, researchers discovered new insights into primordial black holes, which have been a strong contender for dark matter.
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Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2024
The positron’s discovery was a vindication of that theoretical idea, and launched the era of quantum field theory in particle physics.
—Big Think, 18 June 2024
His research has explored particle physics, quantum field theory, and quantum aspects of the early universe and black holes.
—Quanta Magazine, 14 Mar. 2024
These effects occur because of the nature of the Standard Model, which is a type of quantum field theory.
—Luke Caldwell, Scientific American, 16 Jan. 2024
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Interesting Engineering, 24 June 2024
The positron’s discovery was a vindication of that theoretical idea, and launched the era of quantum field theory in particle physics.
—Big Think, 18 June 2024
His research has explored particle physics, quantum field theory, and quantum aspects of the early universe and black holes.
—Quanta Magazine, 14 Mar. 2024
These effects occur because of the nature of the Standard Model, which is a type of quantum field theory.
—Luke Caldwell, Scientific American, 16 Jan. 2024
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