Applications of current algebra in conformal field theory

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Raiten, Eric J. (1991) Applications of current algebra in conformal field theory. Dissertation (Ph.D.), California Institute of Technology. doi:10.7907/1tw7-4v34. https://resolver.caltech.edu/CaltechTHESIS:04112011-105355285

Abstract

In this work, two topics concerning the interplay between current algebra and conformal symmetry in two dimensions are discussed. The construction of a conformal algebra from a current algebra, the Virasoro Master Equation, is presented with analytic and perturbative solutions. Second, N = 2 superconformal models based on supersymmetric current algebras with c > 3 are coupled to two dimensional topological gravity.

Item Type:	Thesis (Dissertation (Ph.D.))
Subject Keywords:	Physics
Degree Grantor:	California Institute of Technology
Division:	Physics, Mathematics and Astronomy
Major Option:	Physics
Thesis Availability:	Public (worldwide access)
Research Advisor(s):	Schwarz, John H.
Group:	Caltech Theory
Thesis Committee:	Unknown, Unknown
Defense Date:	14 May 1991
Record Number:	CaltechTHESIS:04112011-105355285
Persistent URL:	https://resolver.caltech.edu/CaltechTHESIS:04112011-105355285
DOI:	10.7907/1tw7-4v34
Default Usage Policy:	No commercial reproduction, distribution, display or performance rights in this work are provided.
ID Code:	6286
Collection:	CaltechTHESIS
Deposited By:	Tony Diaz
Deposited On:	13 Apr 2011 16:31
Last Modified:	16 Apr 2021 23:11

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