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Advanced Topics of Theoretical Cosmology (University of Zurich)

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Jaiyul Yoo

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Abstract

Following the core course Physical Cosmology (formerly theoretical cosmology), we study more advanced topics in theoretical cosmology. The lectures are given at the University of Zurich from 29 August 2022 until 9 September 2022 (two weeks) two hours everyday. No final exam.

Content

The topics in the course are as follows - spherical collapse model, Press-Schechter formalism, applications - Standard Newtonian and Lagrangian Perturbation Theory - galaxy bias - nonlinear relativistic dynamics: ADM formalism - inflationary models, effective field theory - modification of gravity - weak gravitational lensing, CMB anisotropies

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 From 29 Aug until 9 Sep (two weeks). If interested, please contact Prof. Yoo before the first class.	No time listed	20 h semesterly

Offered In

Physics Master
- Electives
  - Electives: Physics and Mathematics
    - Selection: Electives at the University of Zurich (University of Zurich lecturers explicitly recommended the following courses also to physics students at ETH Zurich. Recognition of the corresponding external ECTS credits has to be granted by the Director of Studies. Submit your request to the Study Administration ( ).)