A Matrix Model for AdS2

TL;DR

This paper proposes a matrix quantum mechanics model with SL(2,R) symmetry, conjectured to be dual to two-dimensional type 0A string theory on AdS2 with RR flux, providing a new perspective on holographic dualities.

Contribution

It introduces a specific matrix model with conformal symmetry as a dual to AdS2 string theory, expanding the understanding of holographic correspondences in lower dimensions.

Findings

Matrix model exhibits SL(2,R) symmetry.

Conjectured duality with 2D type 0A string theory on AdS2.

Potential $V=q^2/r^2$ captures key features of the duality.

Abstract

A matrix quantum mechanics with potential $V={q^2 \over r^2}$ and an SL(2,R) conformal symmetry is conjectured to be dual to two-dimensional type 0A string theory on AdS$_2$ with $q$ units of RR flux.