Magnetic Monopoles in Field Theory and Cosmology

Abstract

The existence of magnetic monopoles is predicted by many theories of particle physics beyond the Standard Model. However, in spite of extensive searches, there is no experimental or observational sign of them. I review the role of magnetic monopoles in quantum field theory and discuss their implications for particle physics and cosmology. I also highlight their differences and similarities with monopoles found in frustrated magnetic systems, and discuss how experiments carried out in these systems could help us understand the physics of fundamental monopoles.

arXiv comment15 pages, no figures. Based on a talk given at the discussion meeting "Emergent magnetic monopoles in frustrated magnetic systems" at the Kavli Royal Society International Centre, 17-18 October 2011. To be published in Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society A

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