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Theoretical and mathematical physics

Coherent States and Applications in Mathematical Physics

Didier Robert, Monique Combescure

Published Jan 1, 2021• 25 citations
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Abstract

This series, founded in 1975 and formerly entitled (until 2005) Texts and Monographs in Physics (TMP), publishes high-level monographs in theoretical and mathematical physics.The change of title to Theoretical and Mathematical Physics (TMP) signals that the series is a suitable publication platform for both the mathematical and the theoretical physicist.The wider scope of the series is reflected by the composition of the editorial board, comprising both physicists and mathematicians.

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10.1007/978-3-030-70845-0

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