Physics – High Energy Physics – High Energy Physics - Theory
Scientific paper
2006-05-29
Physics
High Energy Physics
High Energy Physics - Theory
8 pages, 3 figures; Based on a Talk given at the XL Rencontre de Moriond
Scientific paper
The string $\alpha^\prime$-correction to the usual Einstein action comprises a Gauss-Bonnet integrand multiplied by non-trivial functions of the modulus field $\chi$ and/or the dilaton field $\phi$. We discuss how the presence of such terms in the four dimensional effective action can explain several novel phenomena, such as a four-dimensional flat Friedmann-Robertson-Walker universe undergoing a cosmic inflation at the early epoch, as well as a cosmic acceleration at late times. The model predicts, during inflation, spectra of both density perturbations and gravitational waves that may fall well within the experimental bounds. The model therefore provides a unified approach for explaining the early and late time accelerating phases of the universe.
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