Field Theory

Research projects suitable for undergraduate participation are currently in the area of gravitational physics, which is described by Einstein's general theory of relativity. Our goal in this particular class of projects is to give a comprehensive treatment of gravitational fields with symmetry. Extensions of our results to other types of interactions are also being considered. This work is mathematical in nature and requires a relatively high proficiency in multivariable calculus and linear algebra. The student can also expect to work with a computer, using software developed in the Maple symbolic manipulation environment.