Feynman Diagrams in Particle Physics
Feynman diagrams, developed by Richard Feynman in the 1940s, are a graphical technique to represent particle interactions in space-time. These diagrams use lines to depict particles, with fermions moving forward in time and antifermions moving backward. Vertices in the diagrams represent points wher
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Comparison of Hanbury Brown Twiss Effect for Bosons and Fermions
This study compares the Hanbury Brown Twiss (HB&T) effect for bosons and fermions, showcasing how different correlation functions apply to these particles in quantum systems. The analysis delves into the mathematical structures and order correlations for both bosons and fermions, illustrating the ph
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Insights into Quasiparticles in Normal and Superfluid Fermi Liquids
This content discusses quasiparticles in normal and superfluid Fermi liquids, covering topics such as the Landau Fermi-liquid idea, BCS theory, Bogoliubov-de Gennes approach, Majorana fermions, conservation quantities in liquids, consequences of conservation for response functions, and applications
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Development of Quantum Statistics in Quantum Mechanics
The development of quantum statistics plays a crucial role in understanding systems with a large number of identical particles. Symmetric and anti-symmetric wave functions are key concepts in quantum statistics, leading to the formulation of Bose-Einstein Statistics for bosons and Fermi-Dirac Statis
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Fractionalized Topological Insulators and Majoranas
This discussion delves into the transition from fractionalized topological insulators to fractionalized Majorana modes, highlighting key concepts in topological phases of matter, quantum Hall effects, and interactions in fractional quantum Hall effects. Emphasis is placed on 3D topological insulator
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Influence of Fermionic Exchange Symmetry Beyond Pauli's Exclusion Principle
Christian Schilling from the University of Oxford delves into quantifying the impact of fermionic exchange symmetry, going beyond Pauli's exclusion principle. The study explores generalized Pauli constraints, concrete systems analysis, and the relevance of (quasi) pinning. Collaborating with various
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Unraveling the Mysteries of Ultra-High-Energy Cosmic Rays and Neutrinos
Delve into the exploration of ultra-high-energy cosmic rays and cosmogenic neutrinos in the quest to uncover new physics phenomena. Examining the GZK limit, cosmic accelerators, detection methods, and the potential for detecting tau neutrinos in Earth, this seminar presents a comprehensive overview
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Measurement of Higgs Boson Yukawa Couplings and Branching Fractions in CEPC Experiment
The study focuses on measuring the Yukawa couplings between the Higgs boson and Standard Model fermions to understand fermions' masses and potential deviations indicating new physics. The analysis aims to measure Higgs decays to bb, cc, and gg at the CEPC experiment through event selection criteria,
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Strongly Interacting Quantum Particles in One Dimension - Research at Aarhus Universitet
Researchers at Aarhus Universitet delved into the dynamics of confined few-body quantum systems in one dimension, focusing on the interactions and properties of strongly interacting particles. Through experimental realizations and theoretical models, they explored the behavior of bosons and fermions
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Enhancing CLIL Practices at Liceo Majorana - Working with Teachers and Students
Explore the collaborative efforts of Anna Ballarino at Liceo Majorana in Desio, focusing on CLIL practices. Delve into her work with teachers to enhance English courses, history, and philosophy modules, as well as engagement with students through conditional exercises and educational content. Gain i
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Beyond the Standard Model: Higgs Mechanism Unveiled
Delve into the fascinating realm beyond the Standard Model as Nausheen R. Shah, at the 49th SLAC Summer Institute, uncovers the mysteries of the Higgs mechanism, exploring the properties of dark matter, quark mixing, and the beloved yet empirical Standard Model. Discover the implications of the thir
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Search for Lepton Number Violation in K Decays at CERN
Investigation of Lepton Number Violation and resonances in K decays using the NA48/2 experiment at CERN. Theoretical motivations include Majorana neutrinos and search for resonances in K+ decays. Detailed outline of the experiment, detector specifications, and potential implications discussed.
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Nuclear Models: Fermi Gas Model Explained
Fermi Gas Model as an early attempt to incorporate quantum effects in nuclear physics. Understand how nucleons occupy energy levels within a well, with adjustments to the well's depth for correct binding energy. Learn about Fermions, the Pauli exclusion principle, and experimental observations regar
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Entanglement Generation in Integrable Quantum Systems
Explore how entanglement is generated in periodically driven integrable quantum systems through a study conducted by K. Sengupta and collaborator Arnab Sen in Kolkata. The research delves into specific models such as spin systems and Dirac fermions, addressing entanglement behavior under periodic dr
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Probing Beta Decay Matrix Elements through Heavy Ion Charge Exchange Reactions
Explore research on probing beta decay matrix elements through heavy ion charge exchange reactions, investigating Dirac vs. Majorana neutrino masses and DCEX cross section factorization. Learn about nuclear transition matrix elements using reaction kernels and distortion factors in nuclear physics.
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Understanding Elementary Particle Properties and Interactions
Explore the fascinating world of elementary particles, including bosons and fermions, their quantum numbers, interactions, and symmetries. Discover the significance of symmetry in Lagrangian formalism and quantum mechanical systems.
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Understanding Majorana Fermions in Fermi Superfluids
Explore the quest for Majorana fermions in Fermi superfluids through the lens of BCS theory and Bogoliubov quasiparticles. Learn about the generation of odd-number-parity states and the implications of Bogoliubov-de Gennes equations in this fascinating field of physics.
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Response of Majorana Electric Multipoles to Strain in Topological Crystalline Superconductors
Investigate the response of Majorana electric multipoles to strain in topological crystalline superconductors. Explore the behavior of Majorana fermions, tunneling conductance, time-reversal symmetry, and the implications of external magnetic fields on Majorana Kramers pairs. Understand the detectio
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Understanding Ginzburg-Landau Theory and Superconductivity Phenomena
Explore the Ginzburg-Landau theory and superconductivity phenomena in Physics 498 SQD through lectures and research on superconductor materials such as tunneling microscopy and YBCO. Discover the history, occurrence, and defining phenomena of superconductivity, along with BCS theory and Josephson tu
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Understanding Chiral Fermions and Fermion Doubling on the Lattice
Explore the intriguing concepts of chiral fermions, fermion doubling, and strong coupling effects in lattice gauge theories. Delve into non-perturbative definitions of the Standard Model and the challenges of solving them. Discover innovative ideas like domain walls and symmetric mass generation the
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Mean-Field Approach in Topological Superconductivity: A Critical Review
Explore the limitations of the mean-field approach in topological superconductivity, challenging the basis on spontaneously broken U(1) gauge symmetry and its implications on Majorana fermions. The discussion delves into corrections needed and the impact on established results, questioning the exist
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Dirac Fermions in Condensed Matter Systems: Insights from Graphene Research
Delve into the fascinating world of Dirac fermions in condensed matter systems, with a focus on graphene as a key model system. Explore the position-space formulation, exact chiral symmetry, and the implications for lattice gauge theory.
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Reconstructing Quantum States: Marginal Problems and Local Information
Explore the fascinating world of reconstructing quantum states from single-party information, delving into quantum marginal problems, extremal local information, and their applications. Discover the intricacies of pure univariate QMP, extremal local information, and examples involving qubits, fermio
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