Elements of String Cosmology

Focusing on string cosmology, this book explores the implications of string theory in addressing fundamental questions about the Universe's origins post-big bang. It offers a comprehensive introduction to the subject, detailing new scenarios for primordial evolution and their phenomenological consequences, while contrasting them with conventional inflation models. Summarizing over 15 years of research, it is accessible to both astrophysicists and high-energy physicists, featuring thorough derivations to enhance understanding of the concepts discussed.