The String Worldsheet Approach to AdS3/CFT2 - Lecture 1

Dive into an extensive 2-hour and 27-minute lecture exploring the string worldsheet approach to AdS3/CFT2, presented by N. Kovensky in 2023. Gain insights into the fundamental concepts and advanced theories surrounding this complex topic in theoretical physics. Examine the intricate relationship between string theory and the AdS/CFT correspondence, focusing specifically on the three-dimensional anti-de Sitter space and two-dimensional conformal field theory. Analyze the worldsheet formulation and its implications for understanding the AdS3/CFT2 duality. Engage with cutting-edge research and mathematical frameworks that shape our understanding of quantum gravity and holography.