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Physics 484:

Introduction to String Theory (4.0 units)

Introduction to string theory; classical non-relativistic and relativistic strings; quantum relativistic bosonic strings; supersymmetric string theory; D-branes; gauge/gravity duality; stringy black holes; and string compactification.
SectionSessionTypeTimeDaysRegisteredInstructorLocationSyllabusInfo
50520R001Lecture12:00-1:50pmMon, Wed5 of 19Scott MacdonaldDMC257session dates
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