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Jakob Palmkvist is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg, specializing in algebraic structures that arise in fundamental physics, particularly Lie algebras that describe duality symmetries and string theory. His research has a significant focus on tensor hierarchy algebras, which have proven to be useful in modeling generalizations of diffeomorphisms and geometric concepts as applied in the context of ordinary gravity and general relativity. His work aims to unify ordinary diffeomorphisms with gauge transformations that are associated with duality symmetries, leading to a deeper understanding of a general theory that merges quantum mechanics with gravity. Some of his notable publications include works on extensions of tensor hierarchy algebras and their applications in the extended geometry relevant to gauge structures and dynamics.
University of Gothenburg • Gothenburg
Teaching and research in algebra and geometry with a focus on applications in fundamental physics.
Administered by the Department of Political Science; focus on International Administration and Global Governance (IAGG).