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1 = Introduction to quantum field theory in curved spacetime =
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3 === Lecturer ===
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5 Esko Keski-Vakkuri
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7 === Scope ===
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9 The course gives an introduction to quantum field theory in curved spacetime. Particular applications that will be discussed are the quantum creation of inflationary cosmological perturbations, and Hawking radiation from black holes.
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11 === Type ===
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13 Advanced studies.
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15 === Prerequisites: ===
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17 Basics of quantum field theory of free fields, very basic concepts of general relativity (the metric etc.)
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19 === General: ===
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21 First lecture on Thursday 6. September
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23 === Lectures: ===
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25 Wednesdays 10-12 and Thurdays 12-14 in room A315 in Physicum
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27 === Examination: ===
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29 TBA
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31 === Course material: ===
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33 Lecture notes. Useful supplementary reading may be the books: N. D. Birrell and P. C. W. Davies, "Quantum fields in curved space", V. Mukhanov and S. Winitzki, "Quantum effects in gravity".