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Modern experimental developments in condensed matter and ultracold atom physics present formidable challenges to theorists. This book provides a pedagogical introduction to quantum field theory in many-particle physics, emphasizing the applicability of the formalism to concrete problems. This second edition contains two new chapters developing path integral approaches to classical and quantum nonequilibrium phenomena. Other chapters cover a range of topics, from the introduction of many-body techniques and functional integration, to renormalization group methods, the theory of response functions, and topology. Conceptual aspects and formal methodology are emphasized, but the discussion focuses on practical experimental applications drawn largely from condensed matter physics and neighboring fields. Extended and challenging problems with fully worked solutions provide a bridge between formal manipulations and research-oriented thinking. Aimed at elevating graduate students to a level where they can engage in independent research, this book complements graduate level courses on many-particle theory.Product Identifiers
PublisherCambridge University Press
ISBN-139780521769754
eBay Product ID (ePID)87216322
Product Key Features
Number of Pages786 Pages
Publication NameCondensed Matter Field Theory
LanguageEnglish
SubjectPhysics
Publication Year2010
TypeTextbook
AuthorBen D. Simons, Alexander Altland
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height249 mm
Item Weight1540 g
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Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorAlexander Altland, Ben D. Simons