7th Intensive Lectures by Quantum Gravity Gatherings
2024 December 17, 18, 19 @ RIKEN, Wako, Japan
This is an event hosted by the Quantum Gravity Gatherings (QGG) Study Group at RIKEN iTHEMS. For this event, we have invited Professor Asato Tsuchiya from Shizuoka University, to deliver pedagogical lectures on matrix models in general and the IKKT matrix model in particular. We aim for this event to provide insights to researchers in related fields.
Matrix models first appeared in the context of the large-N limit of (lattice) gauge theories, but it was quickly realised that such models were also powerful tools in the study of 2D quantum gravity and string theory. The IKKT model in particular has deep links to nonperturbative features of type IIB string theory, as revealed both through exact analysis and numerical investigation. Professor Tsuchiya is the 'T' in IKKT and remains at the forefront of research on the model. As such we are delighted to have this opportunity to learn about matrix models and their relation to quantum gravity with him.
This intensive lecture series is designed to be an interactive event. The intensive talk will be given in a face-to-face blackboard style (in English, no online streaming) to encourage informal and lively Q&A discussions. The program will also include short talk sessions, where participants can present a short talk on a topic of their choice, including their research, reviews of specific works, or future study interests.
Registration
Registration Form- The registration deadline for all participants is 29th November (Fri). However, if the number of registered participants exceeds the capacity of the event room, we may need to close registration prior to the specified deadline.
- Participants are strongly encouraged to give a short talk on any topic of their choice (self-introduction, research, review of some works, what they want to research in the future, etc.). This interactive session is designed to foster a lively and engaging environment, facilitating increased communication and knowledge exchange among all participants.
- We can partially support the expenses for junior participants. Note that:
- giving a short talk is mandatory for students who will attend a banquet or receive support.
- we have accommodation available for a limited number of participants residing in remote areas. Please note that the check-in date is fixed as December 16th and the check-out date is set for December 19th; unfortunately, these dates cannot be changed.
Intensive Lecture
Asato Tsuchiya (Shizuoka University)
Title: Emergence of space-time in matrix models
Abstract: Emergence of space-time is a key concept in matrix models as a nonperturbative formulation of string theory. In this lecture, starting with a brief introduction to nonperturbative effects in string theory, I will review various aspects of emergence of space-time in matrix models. The topics I discuss include dynamical triangulation, double scaling limit, eigenvalue instanton, large-N reduction, T-duality for D-brane effective theories (orbifolding), noncommutative geometry and covariant derivative interpretation. Finally, I will introduce the type IIB matrix model.
Program
December 1710.15~10.30 Registration and Coffee
10.30~12.00 Lecture 1
12.00~13.30 Lunch
13.30~15.00 Lecture 2
15.00~16.00 Coffee break
16.00~17.00 Lecture 3
17.30~19.30 Banquet
December 18
10.15~11.45 Lecture 4
11.45~13.30 Lunch
13.30~15.00 Lecture 5
15.00~16.00 Coffee break
16.00~17.00 Lecture 6
December 19
10.15~11.45 Lecture 7
11.45~13.30 Lunch
13.30~15.00 Lecture 8
15.00~16.00 Coffee break
16.00~17.00 Lecture 9
Place
435-437 Seminar Room, 4F of Main Research Building, RIKEN Wako CampusOrganizers
Che-Yu Chen (iTHEMS)Yuta Hamada (KEK)
Puttarak Jai-akson (iTHEMS)
Christy Kelly (iTHEMS)
Ryo Namba (iTHEMS)
Toshifumi Noumi (The University of Tokyo)
Naritaka Oshita (Kyoto Hakubi/iTHEMS)
Sotaro Sugishita (Kyoto University)
Yuki Yokokura (iTHEMS)
Contact: Christy Kelly christy.kelly@riken.jp / Yuki Yokokura yuki.yokokura@riken.jp
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