Bart Zonneveld

PhD student, member PhD council
Quantum Gravity
Supervisors
  • Dr. T. Budd

I am interested in..

What are you working on?

I am developing new mathematical tools that we think are needed to combine the principles of Quantum Mechanics and General Relativity into a consistent theory of Quantum Gravity. To do this, I investigate various models in Random Geometry (random hyperbolic surfaces, random maps, random flat disks, etc.) and discover and prove their mathematical properties.

What are you looking to get out of the DRSTP?

I think the main role of the DRSTP is to create a community of theoretical physicists. My research being quite niche, the DRSTP can not so much support me topic-wise, but it does help me develop myself and make connections that are fruitful in a different way.

What interests do you have apart from your research?

I really like to teach. I get a lot of energy when I see that my students start to see the links between different subjects. In my free time, I am into politics and I like to go sailing.