Gravitational Physics and Symmetry
A special issue of Symmetry (ISSN 2073-8994). This special issue belongs to the section "Physics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 2039
Special Issue Editors
Interests: black holes; holographic complexity; string theory; entanglement entropy; AdS/BCFT correspondence; and Horndeski gravity
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Gravitational physics and symmetry are fundamental areas of research in modern physics, providing insights into the nature of the universe and the fundamental forces that govern it. From Einstein's theory of general relativity to the study of black holes, gravitational waves, and cosmology, this field has revolutionized our understanding of space, time, and matter. Symmetry, on the other hand, plays a crucial role in theoretical physics, offering a framework to understand conservation laws, particle interactions, and the unification of forces. The interplay between gravitational physics and symmetry continues to inspire groundbreaking research, making it a vital area of study with profound implications for both theoretical and experimental physics.
This Special Issue aims to bring together cutting-edge research and reviews in the field of gravitational physics and symmetry. The objective is to provide a platform for researchers to share their latest findings, foster collaboration, and explore new directions in this dynamic field. The subject aligns with the journal's scope by focusing on the theoretical and experimental aspects of physics, particularly those that contribute to our understanding of fundamental forces and the structure of the universe. The scope of this Special Issue is carefully defined to ensure a focused yet comprehensive collection of articles, targeting at least 10 high-quality contributions. If this goal is achieved, the Special Issue may also be published in book form, further enhancing its impact.
In this Special Issue, original research articles and reviews are welcome. Research areas may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Gravitational waves and their detection;
- Black hole physics and singularities;
- Cosmology and the large-scale structure of the universe;
- Theoretical developments in general relativity;
- Symmetry principles in gravitational theories;
- Quantum gravity and the unification of forces;
- Experimental tests of gravitational theories;
- Applications of symmetry in particle physics and cosmology;
- Mathematical frameworks for symmetry and gravitation;
- Interdisciplinary approaches to gravitational physics and symmetry.
Dr. Fabiano F. Santos
Dr. Moisés Felipe Bravo-Gaete
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- gravitational waves and their detection
- black hole physics and singularities
- cosmology and the large-scale structure of the universe
- theoretical developments in general relativity
- symmetry principles in gravitational theories
- quantum gravity and the unification of forces
- experimental tests of gravitational theories
- applications of symmetry in particle physics and cosmology
- mathematical frameworks for symmetry and gravitation
- interdisciplinary approaches to gravitational physics and symmetry
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