Physics and Astronomy Cosmology Seminar

Rachel Rosen, Columbia

May 14, 2014
1:45 pm - 3:00 pm
Location
Steele 007
Sponsored by
Physics & Astronomy Department
Audience
Public
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Tressena Manning
603-646-2854

Title:  "Massive Gravity: A Status Report"

Abstract:  In the last few years there has been a burst of progress in
the field of massive gravity.  In this talk I will review these
developments, focusing on how the current theories of massive gravity
avoid the traditional problems.  The construction of consistent theories
in which the graviton has a small mass has in turn led to the
development a new family of compelling, consistent low-energy
modifications of General Relativity.  I will present these new theories
and also discuss the current challenges facing massive gravity.   

 

Location
Steele 007
Sponsored by
Physics & Astronomy Department
Audience
Public
More information
Tressena Manning
603-646-2854