Research on Kinetic Theory of Photons

Jul 30 - Aug 3, 2012

Ctr for Scientific Computation & Math. Modeling, UMd
Center for Scientific Computation And Mathematical Modeling

4146 CSIC, Bldg 406, Paint Branch Drive
College Park, MD
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ABSTRACT

A fundamental physical model for Compton scattering of photons from thermalized electrons involves a Boltzmann-like kinetic equation for the photon distribution function. When the photons and electrons are both non-relativistic, the kinetic equation can be substantially simplified through a Fokker-Planck approximation---the Kompaneets equation. An important phenomenon exhibited by these models is the formation of a Bose-Einstein condensate when the number of photons is above a certain threshold.

GOALS

This research program aims to develop a better mathematical understanding of Bose-Einstein condensation of photons as described by the Kompaneets equation.  This KIT (kinetic interaction team) will bring together a dedicated group to spend one week in order to advance the study of the Kompaneets equation and related models.  The topics to be addressed  include both analytical and numerical approaches based on models at different levels.

ORGANIZERS

CONFIRMED PARTICIPANTS

INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPANTS

CSCAMM,UMd Visitor Guide

Ctr for Scientific Computation & Math. Modeling, UMd (CSCAMM,UMd)
4146 CSIC, Bldg 406, Paint Branch Drive
College Park, MD

Email: hliu@iastate.edu