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Advanced Topics of Theoretical Cosmology (University of Zurich)

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Jaiyul Yoo
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Abstract

This course is an extension of the core course "Theoretical Astrophysics and Cosmology".

Content

The topics in the course are as follows - spherical collapse model, Press-Schechter formalism, applications (2 days) - weak gravitational lensing (1 day) - galaxy bias (2 days) - nonlinear relativistic dynamics: ADM formalism (2 days) - inflationary models, effective field theory (2 days) - modification of gravity (1 day)

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
ungraded semester performance
Registration modalities, date and venue of this performance assessment are specified solely by the UZH.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture Advanced Topics of Theoretical Cosmology (University of Zurich)
**Course at University of Zurich** Lectures for two weeks, 30.08 (Mon) until 10.09 (Fri), 10-12 o'clock.
No time listed 20 h semesterly

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