Gravity Unveiled: A Journey Through Throne’s Gravitation

A Long Term Workshop

Organizer: Dr. Gholam Reza Rokni-Lamouki

Coordinators: Radmehr Miradi, Mahdiar Azhir

Main Source:

Charles W. Misner, Kip S. Throne, John Archibald Wheeler, Gravitation Princeton University Press.

Other Sources:

Robert Wald , General Relativity, ‎ University of Chicago Press, 1984.

Edwin F. Taylor & John Archibald Wheeler, Exploring Black Holes: Introduction to General Relativity, ‎ Addison Wesley Longman, 2000.

John W. Milnor, Topology From The Differential Viewpoint, Princeton University Press, 1997.

Manfredo P. Do Carmo, Differential Geometry of Curves & Surfaces, Dover Publications, 2016.

Kenneth R. Meyer & Daniel C. Offin, Introduction to Hamilton Dynamical Systems and the N-Body Problem, Springer, 2018.

This program is a comprehensive two-year journey into the profound and captivating world of general relativity and gravitation. Based on the textbook Gravitation by Kip S. Thorne, Charles W. Misner, and John Archibald Wheeler, this program offers an in-depth exploration of the fundamental principles governing the fabric of spacetime.

Over the course of two years, we will delve into the intricate mathematical framework of Einstein’s theory of general relativity, examining its elegant descriptions of black holes, gravitational waves, cosmology, and the dynamic geometry of spacetime. The program will balance rigorous theoretical foundations with practical applications, fostering a deep understanding of the universe’s most profound phenomena.

Key Features of the Program:

Comprehensive Coverage: Systematic study of core topics such as Curvature, Geodesics, Einstein’s field equations, and the physics of black holes.

Interactive Discussions: Engaging discussions based on chapters from Gravitation, encouraging collaborative learning and critical thinking.

Mathematical Rigor: Development of the mathematical tools necessary for mastering tensor calculus, differential geometry, and the Einstein field equations.

Applications in Modern Physics: Exploration of current developments in gravitational wave research, cosmology, and astrophysics inspired by Thorne’s work.

This program is designed for students and enthusiasts eager to understand the principles that shape our universe at the most fundamental level. By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with a solid grasp of the theoretical and conceptual underpinnings of general relativity, preparing them for further study or research in theoretical physics.

Join us in this intellectual adventure, as we uncover the mysteries of gravitation and explore the universe through the lens of Einstein’s revolutionary theory.

Contact Information:

Radmehr Miradi:

Email: radmehr.miradi@ut.ac.ir & radmehr.miradi2001@gmail.com

Skype: https://join.skype.com/invite/KWLv0UuRV8dg

Mahdiar Azhir:

Email: mahdiar.azir@ut.ac.ir

Skype: https://join.skype.com/invite/NPZjeGLU8i3a

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