Unlocking Cosmology: Edward A. Thomson’s PhD Journey
Discover the groundbreaking PhD thesis of Edward A. Thomson from the University of Glasgow, exploring innovative methods for cosmological structure formation using Schrödinger wave mechanics, originally submitted in 2011 and recently reevaluated in 2026.
Key Highlights:
- Unique Approach: Moves beyond traditional N-body simulations by representing dark matter through a continuous complex wavefunction.
- Advanced Techniques: Involves:
- Self-consistent gravity
- Expanding cosmological coordinates
- Periodic boundary conditions
- Modern Code Revival: The original code is being rewritten in C++ with fresh implementations of:
- Free Particle Approximation
- Full Schrödinger-Poisson Solver
Relevance Today:
The concepts have gained traction in research realms like “fuzzy dark matter” and remain integral to understanding dark matter’s role in the universe.
Explore the thesis and engage with the ongoing evolution of cosmological simulations!
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