Quantum field theory in condensed matter physics:

This book is a course in modern quantum field theory as seen through the eyes of a theorist working in condensed matter physics. It contains a gentle introduction to the subject and therefore can be used even by graduate students. The introductory parts include a derivation of the path integral repr...

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Main Author: Tsvelik, Alexei M. 1954- (Author)
Format: Electronic eBook
Language:English
Published: Cambridge Cambridge University Press 2003
Edition:Second edition
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Summary:This book is a course in modern quantum field theory as seen through the eyes of a theorist working in condensed matter physics. It contains a gentle introduction to the subject and therefore can be used even by graduate students. The introductory parts include a derivation of the path integral representation, Feynman diagrams and elements of the theory of metals including a discussion of Landau–Fermi liquid theory. In later chapters the discussion gradually turns to more advanced methods used in the theory of strongly correlated systems. The book contains a thorough exposition of such non-perturbative techniques as 1/N-expansion, bosonization (Abelian and non-Abelian), conformal field theory and theory of integrable systems. The book is intended for graduate students, postdoctoral associates and independent researchers working in condensed matter physics
Physical Description:1 online resource (xvi, 357 pages)
ISBN:9780511615832
9781281836786
9780511439094
DOI:10.1017/CBO9780511615832

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