Presentation
We propose a collaboration between Oxford and the ULB, with the help of a postdoctoral researcher, to study one of the most fundamental classes of examples of quantum field theories: 4d theories with N = 1 superconformal symmetry. The framework for this proposal is non-perturbative string theory: M- and F-theory. The tools originate in Mathematics, in terms of the geometries underlying the string theory vacua, and Theoretical Physics.
At ULB, Collinucci will bring his experience in M-theory at singularities, combined with his new approach to related 3d N =2 theories using mirror symmetry duality.
At Oxford, Schafer-Nameki will bring her longstanding expertise in F-theory together with her new results on 4d holographic descriptions of these 4d theories, which gives access to the strong coupling regime. These two approaches work in tandem, and the time is ripe in the field to combine them effectively, through this collaboration.
Promoters
- Sakura Schäfer-Nameki, Oxford Mathematical Institute
- Andrés Collinucci, Faculty of Sciences, ULB
Thanks to the Foundation’s support, Martin Bies has been hired as a postdoctoral researcher to work on this project.