Particles in the Dark Universe: A Student's Guide to Particle Physics and Cosmology

This book provides a comprehensive and logical coverage of particle physics in the early universe, including Big Bang nucleosynthesis, cosmic microwave background, inflation, dark matter detection, and neutrino physics. It is targeted at theoretical physicists, astrophysicists, and particle physicists interested in models of inflation or reheating.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 502 pages
\n Publication date: 03 September 2021
\n Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG
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This comprehensive and instructive text delves into the realm of particle physics in the early universe, presenting a logical and coherent exploration. It begins by tracing the thermal history of the universe, delving into key arguments such as Big Bang nucleosynthesis, the cosmic microwave background (CMB), and inflation. Subsequently, it delves into the intricate details of direct and indirect dark matter detection, as well as exploring some aspects of neutrino physics. Following this, the book presents potential candidates for dark matter and explores their interactions.

The primary audience of this book includes theoretical physicists who specialize in particle physics within the universe, the detection of dark matter, and the constraints imposed by astrophysics. Additionally, it caters to particle physicists with an interest in models of inflation or reheating. Furthermore, astrophysicists engaged in quantum field theory computations will find valuable material within its pages.

To facilitate the computation of physical processes, this text includes an extensive array of mathematical tables and necessary functions for thermodynamics in the early universe, along with Feynman rules. As a result, it serves as a pivotal bridge between astrophysics, particle physics, and cosmology, offering a wealth of knowledge and insights.

\n Weight: 806g\n
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 36 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9783030781385\n
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021\n