Key papers in Mathematical Physics

Pofolia’s corpus holds 72 papers from the Mathematical Physics subfield (2012–2026). The list below starts with the most cited.

Most cited

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  • Integral Equation Methods in Scattering Theory

    Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics eBooks · 2013 · FWCI 36.11 · 2,416 citations

    This book presents a comprehensive treatment of integral equation methods applied to scattering theory, focusing on the mathematical foundations and their application to physical problems.

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  • Elements of Algebraic Topology

    2018 · FWCI 32.84 · 2,238 citations

    This book offers a concrete approach to algebraic topology, covering key theories like homology and cohomology.

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  • Random dynamical systems

    Interdisciplinary mathematical sciences · 2020 · Q2 · FWCI 400.39 · 2,237 citations

    This work provides a comprehensive mathematical framework for understanding random dynamical systems (RDS) and their generators, detailing key theoretical concepts and advanced techniques.

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  • Conformal field theory

    Physics Subject Headings (PhySH) · 2024 · 2,093 citations

    This text provides a comprehensive, self-contained development of conformal field theory from first principles, filling a gap in the literature.

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  • Foundations of Mathematics and other Logical Essays

    2013 · FWCI 25.58 · 2,006 citations

    This volume collects published and unpublished essays by Frank P. Ramsey, written between 1923 and 1929, showcasing the development of his philosophical thought in mathematics, logic, and economics.

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  • A Course in Abstract Harmonic Analysis

    2015 · FWCI 38.15 · 1,453 citations

    This abstract introduces a foundational course in abstract harmonic analysis, focusing on analysis on locally compact groups with minimal assumptions.

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  • Spectral Theory and Differential Operators

    2018 · FWCI 16.58 · 1,425 citations

    This book provides an account of the analysis of closed linear operators in Banach or Hilbert spaces relevant to spectral problems of differential operators, with applications.

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  • Matrix Variate Distributions

    2018 · 1,333 citations

    This book systematically compiles recent developments in continuous matrix variate distribution theory, including new results, making it a central resource for this specialized statistical area.

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  • Introduction to Analytic and Probabilistic Number Theory

    Graduate studies in mathematics · 2015 · FWCI 23.14 · 1,226 citations

    This book offers a comprehensive, self-contained introduction to analytic and probabilistic methods in number theory, suitable for students and researchers.

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  • Inverse Problem for a Curved Quantum Guide

    International Journal of Mathematics and Mathematical Sciences · 2012 · Q3 · FWCI 58.60 · 975 citations · Open access

    This paper establishes uniqueness results for reconstructing the curvature of a quantum guide in 2D or 3D space using spectral data or a bootstrapping method.

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  • Probability on Trees and Networks

    Cambridge University Press eBooks · 2016 · FWCI 35.02 · 860 citations

    This book synthesizes decades of research connecting graph geometry with stochastic processes, presenting a unified account of probability on networks.

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  • A theory of regularity structures

    2016 · FWCI 131.44 · 816 citations

    A new algebraic framework, 'regularity structures,' is introduced to describe functions and distributions using generalized local Taylor expansions, moving beyond classical polynomial models.

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  • Distance and de Sitter conjectures on the Swampland

    Physics Letters B · 2018 · Q1 · SJR 1.00 · FWCI 137.13 · 750 citations · Open access

    A novel connection between the distance and de Sitter conjectures in string theory is established, resolving potential counter-examples to the de Sitter conjecture.

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  • Spectral Theory and Analytic Geometry over Non-Archimedean Fields

    Mathematical surveys and monographs · 2012 · FWCI 14.61 · 742 citations

    This work establishes spectral theory and analytic geometry over non-Archimedean fields, introducing concepts like affinoid spaces, analytic spaces, curves, groups, and buildings.

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  • On Compact Analytic Surfaces

    Princeton University Press eBooks · 2015 · FWCI 64.25 · 740 citations

    This abstract introduces a mathematical framework for classifying analytic fibre spaces, specifically focusing on compact analytic surfaces and their equivalences.

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  • Solving inverse problems using data-driven models

    Acta Numerica · 2019 · Q1 · SJR 5.00 · FWCI 112.86 · 673 citations · Open access

    This survey paper reviews recent advances in combining data-driven models, particularly deep learning, with domain-specific physical knowledge to solve ill-posed inverse problems.

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  • Measure Theory and Fine Properties of Functions, Revised Edition

    2015 · FWCI 7.51 · 645 citations

    This revised edition offers a comprehensive exploration of measure theory's core principles within n-dimensional Euclidean space.

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  • Principles of functional analysis

    Graduate studies in mathematics · 2018 · FWCI 64.54 · 591 citations

    This abstract outlines the foundational concepts and key theorems covered in a comprehensive text on functional analysis.

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  • CONSTRAINED HAMILTONIAN SYSTEMS

    Princeton University Press eBooks · 2020 · FWCI 15.20 · 580 citations

    This abstract is a placeholder and does not contain specific research findings or results.

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  • Fourier Analysis on Local Fields.

    Medical Entomology and Zoology · 2016 · FWCI 11.01 · 533 citations

    This book develops harmonic analysis on local fields and vector spaces, drawing parallels with Euclidean cases in proofs and applications.

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  • Journal of Operator Theory

    Journal of Operator Theory · 2026 · Q2 · 212 citations

    This paper introduces matrix convexity for operator spaces, establishing foundational theorems and a correspondence between matrix convex sets and operator spaces.

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  • Transactions of the American Mathematical Society

    Transactions of the American Mathematical Society · 2026 · Q1 · SJR 1.00 · 423 citations

    This paper rigorously justifies homogenization procedures for a linear system describing the joint motion of a thermoelastic porous body and a thermofluid, as pore size tends to zero in a geometrically periodic structure.

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  • Numerical Methods for Scientists and Engineers

    2024 · FWCI 4.66 · 304 citations

    This textbook introduces fundamental and advanced numerical methods for science and engineering students, emphasizing theoretical background and practical application with pseudocode.

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  • Conformal field theory

    Physics Subject Headings (PhySH) · 2024 · 2,093 citations

    This text provides a comprehensive, self-contained development of conformal field theory from first principles, filling a gap in the literature.

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  • Enumerative Combinatorics

    Cambridge University Press eBooks · 2023 · FWCI 3.96 · 274 citations

    The revised second edition of Stanley's Volume II provides a comprehensive introduction to generating functions, trees, and symmetric functions, featuring over 400 exercises with solutions.

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