Related papers: Multiple M2-branes and Generalized 3-Lie algebras
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A number of N=2 gauge theories can be realized by brane configurations in Type IIA string theory. One way of solving them involves lifting the brane configuration to M-theory. In this paper we present an alternative way of analyzing a…
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