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Pre-requisites for V.I. Arnold's mathematical methods for classical mechanics
I am an undergraduate, studying physics. I have studied maths courses like Groups, Linear Algebra, Real analysis, Differential geometry and probability. I wish to get into mathematical physics, ...
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Mathematically Rigorous Introduction to the Standard Model [duplicate]
I am looking for textbooks, lecture notes, lecture videos on a rigorous introduction to the standard model of elementary particles. I'd prefer to not be referred to monographs for an introduction as ...
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Mathematically Rigorous Introductory Resources for Condensed Matter Physics
I am looking for textbooks, lecture notes, lecture videos on rigorous introductions to condensed matter physics. I'd prefer to not be referred to monographs for an introduction as they tend to be ...
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Prerequisites for IAS volumes on Quantum Fields and Strings
I'm a physics grad student interested in pursuing physics in a mathematically rigorous manner. However, I've hit a roadblock with the two volume book, Quantum Fields and Strings: A Course For ...
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Solution set: Mathetmatical Methods For Physics [closed]
Recently, I had a good start with H.W. Wyld on mathematical methods for Physics and now looking forward to ask whether is there any solutions available for the problems given at the end of each ...
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Source for Learning? [duplicate]
I am an very ameteur mathematician and physicst (If I can say mathematician and physicst to myself xD). I want to learn topics in physics. Like electromagnetism, mechanic, thermodinamics etc. But I ...
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Discussion: Mathematically precise physical textbooks [closed]
I am very interested in the abstract mathematical description of nature. Therefore, I have recently started to compile a list of good textbooks about physics, which have a very high level of ...
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Advice needed on learning maths oneself [duplicate]
I am a master's student in physics trying to learn maths on my own. My classes workload is heavy and the schedule is very hectic due to which I don't get time to do mathematics.
I have done Linear ...
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Which are the best mathematical methods books for which topic for a physics undergrad? [duplicate]
I am a physics undergraduate and I would be glad if you share your opinion about which books are best for which topics in mathematical methods, from very basic to advanced. (Like you some say Tom ...
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Book with problem sets that will go well with Dennery and Krzywicki's Mathematics for Physicists? [duplicate]
Does anyone have any book/problem sets that would go well with Dennery and Krzywicki's Mathematics for Physicists? I like the style of the book compared to usual texts like Riley, Arkfen, or Hobson ...
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Can anybody recommend a book on quantum physics for a mathematically minded student? [duplicate]
Basically what the title says. I'm a math/physics double major going into my second year, but I'm much more math oriented. I'll be taking a quantum class in the fall and I'd like a book that ...
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Learning physics from a strong math background? [closed]
I have a master's degree in operations research and took several PhD level math courses. In particular I'm most familiar with analysis/measure theory, probability theory, and stochastic processes, and ...
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Learning Roadmap to Mathematical Physics [duplicate]
Currently, I am a graduate student specializing in algebraic geometry. On the other hand, I have also become extremely interested in the mathematical physics. However, I am not sure what steps I ...
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Mathematical books to become a successful mathematical physicists [duplicate]
My understanding of algebraic topology and Riemannian geometry come from Nakahara's Geometry, Topology, and Physics, which I do not think is sufficient. I am first year PhD student, and I want to do ...
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Are there some websites for self-learning of advanced mathematics? [duplicate]
Are there some websites for self-learining of advanced mathematics?
For example there is perimeter scholars for self study of theoretical physics, but I haven't found some good websites providing ...
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Reference request for mathematical physics from an axiomatically rigorous perspective [duplicate]
Being a grad student in math, and a rather pedantic one indeed, I was unable to accept many of the things taught to me in undergrad physics courses. I am now trying to learn the applications of ...
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How much physics a mathematician needs to know to study GR? [duplicate]
I'm intending to study General Relativity on my own. The thing is, my physics background is not very strong. I know classical mechanics and I know some electromagnetism. I'm familiar with Gauss' law, ...
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Geometry for Physics [duplicate]
I am currently a high school student interested in a research career in physics. I have self taught myself single variable calculus and elementary physics upto the level of IPHO . And I am comfortable ...
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What is the mathematical background needed for quantum physics? [duplicate]
I'm a computer scientist with a huge interest in mathematics. I have also recently started to develop some interest about quantum mechanics and quantum field theory. Assuming some knowledge in the ...
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Mathematical Physics Book Recommendation [duplicate]
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Best books for mathematical background?
I want to learn contemporary mathematical physics, so that, for example, I can read Witten's latest paper without checking other ...
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Mathematical background for Quantum Mechanics [duplicate]
What are some good sources to learn the mathematical background of Quantum Mechanics?
I am talking functional analysis, operator theory etc etc...
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Best books for mathematical background?
What are the best textbooks to read for the mathematical background you need for modern physics, such as, string theory?
Some subjects off the top of my head that probably need covering:
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