Experimental Search for Quantum Gravity

Sabine Hossenfelder (Curatore)

Springer International Publishing AG, 2017

This book summarizes recent developments in the research area of quantum gravity phenomenology. A series of short and nontechnical essays lays out the prospects of various experimental possibilities and their current status. Finding observational evidence for the quantization of space-time was long thought impossible. In the last decade however, new experimental design and technological advances have changed the research landscape and opened new perspectives on quantum gravity. Formerly dominated by purely theoretical constructions, quantum gravity now has a lively phenomenology to offer. From high precision measurements using macroscopic quantum oscillators to new analysis methods of the cosmic microwave background, no stone is being left unturned in the experimental search for quantum gravity. This book sheds new light on the connection of astroparticle physics with the quantum gravity problem. Gravitational waves and their detection are covered. It illustrates findings from the interconnection between general relativity, black holes and Planck stars. Finally, the return on investment in quantum-gravitation research is illuminated. The book is intended for graduate students and researchers entering the field.

• Curatore: Sabine Hossenfelder
• Editore: Springer International Publishing AG
• Collana: FIAS Interdisciplinary Science Series
• Anno: 2017
• Rilegatura: Hardback
• Pagine: 120 p.
• Dimensioni: 235 x 155 mm
• EAN: 9783319645360

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