Contact: sigravschoolvietriloc[AT]gmail.comLocation: Vietri sul Mare, Italy
The 2025 edition of the Italian Society for General Relativity and Gravitational Physics (SIGRAV) International School is dedicated to a comprehensive exploration of quantum effects in curved spacetimes and the thermodynamics of horizons. This school aims to provide participants with a deep understanding of the interplay between quantum field theory and gravitational phenomena, focusing on cutting-edge topics such as vacuum effects, horizon dynamics, and the information loss problem. Through lectures by leading experts, attendees will gain valuable insights into both foundational and advanced concepts, enhancing their knowledge of modern approaches to quantum gravity and their applications to cosmology, black holes, and exotic spacetime geometries. The school is designed to foster interactive discussions and collaborations, creating an environment where participants can actively engage with leading experts. The goal of SIGRAV is to equip attendees with a deep understanding of the latest advancements in gravitational research, providing them with a solid foundation to further their own studies and contributions to the field of gravity. The School organizes the following lectures:
Robert Brandenberger (McGill University, Montreal, Canada)
Erik Curiel (Universitaet Bonn/Distinguished Scholar, Black Hole Initiative, Harvard)
Eleni-Alexandra Kontou (King’s College London, UK)
David Kubiznak (Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic)
Jorma Louko (Nottingham University, Nottingham, UK)
Valter Moretti (Universita’ di Trento, Trento, Italy)
Matt Visser (Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand)
Elizabeth Winstanley (Sheffield University, Sheffield, UK)
The School is intended for PhD students and young post-docs. In order to receive the certificate of participation, all lectures and seminars should be attended.
The Participation Fee (350 EUR for non-SIGRAV members, 300 EUR for SIGRAV members) guarantee the access to all courses and activities, including lunch and coffee breaks.
A reduced participation fee (50 EUR) is available for those which will be only able to attend the lectures remotely.
The room should be booked in the Lloyd’s Baia Hotel. Please, reserve your room by using the form available in the section “Practical Info – Accomodation and Transport”.
The deadline for registration and payment of the relative fee is 07 February 2025 (see Registration section).
A social excursion is planned for Wednesday, offering participants the opportunity to visit the ancient city of Pompeii.