Nonperturbative Quantum Field Theory in Astrophysics
Dan Mazur
TL;DR
This paper explores how extreme astrophysical environments serve as natural laboratories for studying nonperturbative quantum field effects arising from intense electromagnetic and gravitational fields.
Contribution
It introduces a framework for analyzing nonperturbative quantum field phenomena in astrophysical contexts across three different scenarios.
Findings
Quantum vacuum effects can significantly influence astrophysical phenomena.
Extreme fields enable the study of nonperturbative quantum effects.
Astrophysical objects act as natural laboratories for quantum field theories.
Abstract
The extreme electromagnetic or gravitational fields associated with some astrophysical objects can give rise to macroscopic effects arising from the physics of the quantum vacuum. Therefore, these objects are incredible laboratories for exploring the physics of quantum field theories. In this dissertation, we explore this idea in three astrophysical scenarios.
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Taxonomy
TopicsCosmology and Gravitation Theories · Black Holes and Theoretical Physics · Quantum Electrodynamics and Casimir Effect