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Jonathan Gleason

Currently a graduate student in mathematics at the University of California - Berkeley.

Previously obtained a MASt. in Applied Mathematics from the University of Cambridge (2013), and a B.S. in Mathematics and a B.A. in Physics from the University of Chicago (2012).

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76 Why quantum mechanics? Dec 5 '12
64 Why the Principle of Least Action? Oct 19 '11
28 The interpretation of mass in quantum field theories Mar 14 '13
27 Is the density operator a mathematical convenience or a 'fundamental' aspect of quantum mechanics? Oct 30 '12
26 Noether charge of local symmetries May 27 '13
24 Is the quantization of gravity necessary for a quantum theory of gravity? Jan 25 '13
19 What is the role of the vacuum expectation value in symmetry breaking and the generation of mass? Nov 8 '12
18 Why one-dimensional strings, but not higher-dimensional shells/membranes? Feb 28 '13
17 How do you find the uncertainty of a weighted average? Sep 29 '11
17 The vacuum in quantum field theories: what is it? Aug 31 '13
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