Episodes
Sunday Jul 30, 2017
Episode 85: Introduction to Quantum Field Theory
Sunday Jul 30, 2017
Sunday Jul 30, 2017
A discussion of some of the major conceptual aspects of Quantum Field Theory, including the concept of a quantum field, classical field theory, harmonic oscillators, second quantisation, interacting theories, and the relationship of QFT to other branches of physics. Recommended pre-listening is Episodes 83 and 84, Advanced Quantum Mechanics parts I and II.
Friday Jul 07, 2017
Episode 84: Advanced Quantum Mechanics Part II
Friday Jul 07, 2017
Friday Jul 07, 2017
Continuing on from the previous episode, here I discuss some more advanced topics in Quantum Mechanics, including Noether’s theorem, the particle statistics of Bosons and Fermions, perturbation theory, and the EPR paradox. Recommended Pre-listening is Episode 83: Advanced Quantum Mechanics Part I.