HoloClub: ‘Semi-classical aspects of black holes: recent progress and future directions’

Title: ‘Semi-classical aspects of black holes: recent progress and future directions’

Speaker: Juan F. Pedraza (IFT)

Venue & Time: Gray Room 3 / 11:30

Abstract: Semi-classical gravity provides a valuable framework for exploring quantum effects in black hole physics, particularly in regimes where a complete theory of quantum gravity remains out of reach. In this talk, I will review recent progress in the description of black holes in braneworld gravity, where holographic constructions allow semi-classical backreaction to be incorporated in a controlled manner. I will discuss how these setups give rise to quantum-corrected black hole solutions and why they provide a promising arena for black hole phenomenology. In the final part of the talk, I will outline a few possible calculations and open directions, emphasizing concrete questions that may be worth pursuing in future work.