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Exact results in corelation functions and AdS/CFT

Research Group: Centre for Theoretical Physics
Number of Students: 1
Length of Study in Years: 4
Full-time Project: yes

Funding

Funding is provided via the China Scholarship Council.  

    • Available to Chinese applicants only.
    • Applicant required to start in September 2026.
    • The studentship arrangement will cover overseas tuition fees for the duration of the studentship.

Project Description

The AdS/CFT correspondence provides a non-perturbative definition of quantum gravity in asymptotically AdS spacetimes through conformal field theories. This project aims to obtain exact results for correlation functions in supersymmetric theories and holographic settings. Powerful techniques including supersymmetric localisation will be employed to explore the structures of holographic correlators, study the dualities beyond the perturbative regime, and provide new insights into the non-perturbative dynamics of quantum field theory and holographic principle.

Requirements

Application Method:

To apply for this studentship and for entry onto the Physics programme (Full Time), please follow the instructions detailed on the following webpage:

https://www.qmul.ac.uk/spcs/phdresearch/application-process/#apply

Deadline for application - 28th of January 2026

Supervisor Contact Details:

For informal enquiries about this position, please contact Dr Congkao Wen.

Email: c.wen@qmul.ac.uk

Requirements

Knowledge of Quantum Field Theory, String Theory and Supersymmetry at the level of a Master course.

SPCS Academics: Dr Congkao Wen

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