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Equivariant BRST and localization

Journal Article · · Theoretical and Mathematical Physics
DOI:https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01102211· OSTI ID:379450

The structure of equivariant cohomology behind recently developed localization schemes is discussed. A description of equivariant cohomology in terms of two nilpotent operators is developed. Various geometric quantum actions are shown to arise as momentum maps of group actions on the loop space. The equivariant BRST symmetry that arises can be used to localize the path integral.

Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE
OSTI ID:
379450
Journal Information:
Theoretical and Mathematical Physics, Journal Name: Theoretical and Mathematical Physics Journal Issue: 3 Vol. 98; ISSN 0040-5779; ISSN TMPHAH
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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