Holography at 25: Closing Lecture

Explore the cutting-edge concepts of holography in this closing lecture delivered by renowned physicist Juan Maldacena at the Holography@25 School hosted by ICTP-SAIFR. Delve into advanced topics in theoretical physics as Maldacena, from IAS-Princeton, USA, synthesizes key insights from the week-long program. Gain a deeper understanding of the holographic principle and its applications in string theory, quantum gravity, and high-energy physics. This 91-minute talk serves as a capstone to the intensive school, offering a comprehensive overview of the latest developments in the field and potential future directions for research. Suitable for graduate students, researchers, and physicists interested in the intersection of quantum mechanics and gravity.