The successes of the standard models of particle physics and cosmology are many, but have proven incapable of explaining all the phenomena that we observe. This book investigates the potentially important role of quantum physics, particularly quantum anomalies, in various aspects of modern cosmology, such as inflation, the dynamical generation of the visible and dark matter in the universe, and gravitational waves. By doing so, the authors demonstrate that exploring the links between cosmology and particle physics is key to helping solve the mysteries of our Universe.

Nominated as an outstanding Ph.D thesis by the University of Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Demonstrates relevance of quantum anomalies for important aspects of modern cosmology Links particle physics to cosmology as a key to solving open problems

Inhalt
Introduction.- Scale Invariant Ination.- An Asymmetric Universe from Ination.- Baryogenesis During Reheating via the Ratchet Mechanism.- Gravitational Waves and the Cosmic Neutrino Background.- Concluding Remarks and Outlook.