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Jorge Portolés
IRIDE: Interdisciplinary research infrastructure based on dual electron linacs and lasers
This paper describes the scientific aims and potentials as well as the preliminary technical design of RUDE, an innovative tool for multi-disciplinary investigations in a wide field of scientific, technological and industrial applications. IRIDE will be a high intensity "particles factory", based on a combination of high duty cycle radio-frequency superconducting electron linacs and of high energy lasers. Conceived to provide unique research possibilities for particle physics, for condensed matter physics, chemistry and material science, for structural biology and industrial applications, IRIDE will open completely new research possibilities and advance our knowledge in many branches of sci…
The decays K→πl+l− beyond leading order in the chiral expansion
We present a model-independent analysis of K+→π+l+l− and KS→π0l+l− decays, including K→3π unitarity corrections and a general decomposition of the dispersive amplitude. From the existing data on K+→π+e+e− we predict the ratio R = B(K+→π+μ+μ−)/B(K+→π+e+e−) to be larger than 0.23, in slight disagreement with the recent measurement R = 0.167±0.036. Consequences for the K±→π±e+e− charge asymmetries and for the KL→π0e+e− mode are also discussed.
Vector form factor of the pion : A model-independent approach
4 páginas, 2 figuras, 3 tablas.-- Comunicación presentada a la 9ª High-Energy Physics International Conference on Quantum ChromoDynamics (QCD 02) celebrada del 2 al 9 de Julio de 2002 en Montpellier (Francia).-- arXiv:hep-ph/0209224v1
Lepton-flavour violation in hadronic tau decays and μ-τ conversion in nuclei
Within the Standard Model Effective Field Theory framework, with operators up to dimension 6, we perform a model-independent analysis of the lepton-flavour-violating processes involving tau leptons. Namely, we study hadronic tau decays and $\ell$--$\tau$ conversion in nuclei, with $\ell = e,\mu$. Based on available experimental limits, we establish constraints on the Wilson coefficients of the operators contributing to these processes. Our work paves the way to extract the related information from Belle II and foreseen future experiments.
What can be learned from the Belle spectrum for the decay τ−→ντKSπ−
Abstract A theoretical description of the differential decay spectrum for the decay τ − → ν τ K S π − , which is based on the contributing Kπ vector and scalar form factors F + K π ( s ) and F 0 K π ( s ) being calculated in the framework of resonance chiral theory (R χ T), additionally imposing constraints from dispersion relations as well as short distance QCD, provides a good representation of a recent measurement of the spectrum by the Belle Collaboration. Our fit allows to deduce the total branching fraction B [ τ − → ν τ K S π − ] = 0.427 ± 0.024 % by integrating the spectrum, as well as the K ∗ resonance parameters M K ∗ = 895.3 ± 0.2 MeV and Γ K ∗ = 47.5 ± 0.4 MeV , where the last t…
Towards a consistent estimate of the chiral low-energy constants
Guided by the large-N_C limit of QCD, we construct the most general chiral resonance Lagrangian that can generate chiral low-energy constants up to O(p^6). By integrating out the resonance fields, the low-energy constants are parametrized in terms of resonance masses and couplings. Information on those couplings and on the low-energy constants can be extracted by analysing QCD Green functions of currents both for large and small momenta. The chiral resonance theory generates Green functions that interpolate between QCD and chiral perturbation theory. As specific examples we consider the VAP and SPP Green functions.
Odd-intrinsic-parity processes within the Resonance Effective Theory of QCD
19 páginas, 4 figuras.-- arXiv:hep-ph/0306157v1
Semileptonic decays of charmed mesons in the effective action of QCD
Within the framework of phenomenological Lagrangians we construct the effective action of QCD relevant for the study of semileptonic decays of charmed mesons. Hence we evaluate the form factors of D -> P(0^-) l^+ nu_l at leading order in the 1/N_C expansion and, by demanding their QCD-ruled asymptotic behaviour, we constrain the couplings of the Lagrangian. The features of the model-independent parameterization of form factors provided and their relevance for the analysis of experimental data are pointed out.
The hadronic cross-section in the resonance energy region
Abstract We study the hadronic vacuum polarization in the resonance energy region, using the framework given bythe Resonance Effective Theory of QCD. We consider the incorporation of vector-pseudoscalar meson loops that give, inclusively, three and four pseudoscalar meson cuts. After resummation we achieve a QCD-based inclusive parameterization of the correlator, hence of the hadronic cross-section in the energy region populated by resonances.
The hadronic off-shell width of meson resonances
6 páginas, 4 figuras.-- PACS number(s): 12.39.Fe, 12.38.Aw, 12.38.Cy, 12.40.Vv
Lepton Flavour Violation in charged leptons within SUSY-seesaw
6 pages, 6 figures.-- Pre-print archive.
New contributions to heavy quark sum rules
We analyse new contributions to the theoretical input in heavy quark sum rules and we show that the general theory of singularities of perturbation theory amplitudes yields the method to handle these specific features. In particular we study the inclusion of heavy quark radiation by light quarks at O(alpha_s^2) and non-symmetric correlators at O(alpha_s^3). Closely related, we also propose a solution to the construction of moments of the spectral densities at O(alpha_s^3) where the presence of massless contributions invalidates the standard approach. We circumvent this problem through a new definition of the moments, providing an infrared safe and consistent procedure.
Spectral distribution for the decay τ→ντKπ
Abstract With the newly available data sets on hadronic τ decays from the B -factories BaBar and BELLE, and future data from BESIII, precise information on the decay distributions will soon become available. This calls for an improvement of the decay spectra also on the theoretical side. In this work, the distribution function for the decay τ → ν τ K π will be presented with the relevant Kπ vector and scalar form factors being calculated in the framework of the resonance chiral theory, also taking into account additional constraints from dispersion relations and short-distances. As a by-product the slope and curvature of the vector form factor F + K π ( s ) are determined to be λ + ′ = 25.6…
τ→πππντ decays and the a1(1260) off-shell width revisited
Abstract The τ → π π π ν τ decay is driven by the hadronization of the axial-vector current. Within the resonance chiral theory, and considering the large- N C expansion, this process has been studied in Ref. [1] (D. Gomez Dumm, A. Pich, J. Portoles, 2004). In the light of later developments we revise here this previous work by including a new off-shell width for the lightest a1 resonance that provides a good description of the τ → π π π ν τ spectrum and branching ratio. We also consider the role of the ρ ( 1450 ) resonance in these observables. Thus we bring in an overall description of the τ → π π π ν τ process in excellent agreement with our present experimental knowledge.
τ→πππντdecays in the resonance effective theory
$\stackrel{\ensuremath{\rightarrow}}{\ensuremath{\tau}}\ensuremath{\pi}\ensuremath{\pi}\ensuremath{\pi}{\ensuremath{\nu}}_{\ensuremath{\tau}}$ decays are analyzed within the framework of the resonance effective theory of QCD. We work out the relevant Lagrangian that describes the axial-vector current hadronization contributing to these processes, in particular the local ${a}_{1}(1260)\ensuremath{-}\ensuremath{\rho}(770)$-Goldstone interactions. The new coupling constants are constrained by imposing the asymptotic behavior of the corresponding spectral function within QCD. Hence we compare the theoretical framework with the experimental data, obtaining a good quality fit from the ALEPH spect…
mixing in the weak-gauged U(4)L⊗U(4)R chiral lagrangian model
Abstract The D0– D 0 mixing is analyzed in a weak gauged U(4)L⊗U(4)R chiral lagrangian model where the electroweak interaction is introduced as a gauge theory over the meson degrees of freedom. This model allows a particular realization of the G.I.M. mechanism and then could be useful in the study of processes where G.I.M. suppression is effective. As a test of the model we have also analyzed the K0– K 0 mixing. We find ΔmK in good agreement with the experimental result and we show that the D0– D 0 mixing is very much suppressed in agreement with previous estimates in the Heavy Quark expansion framework.
Sensitivity to the Higgs sector of supersymmetric-seesaw models in the lepton flavor violatingτ→μf0(980)decay
In this work we study the lepton flavor violating (LFV) semileptonic $\ensuremath{\tau}\ensuremath{\rightarrow}\ensuremath{\mu}{f}_{0}(980)$ decay within the context of SUSY-Seesaw Models, where the MSSM spectrum is extended by three right-handed neutrinos and their SUSY partners, and where the seesaw mechanism is used to generate the neutrino masses. We estimate its decay rate when it proceeds via the Higgs-mediated channel $\ensuremath{\tau}\ensuremath{\rightarrow}\ensuremath{\mu}{H}^{*}\ensuremath{\rightarrow}\ensuremath{\mu}{f}_{0}(980)$, where $H$ refers to the $CP$-even MSSM Higgs bosons ${h}^{0}$ and ${H}^{0}$, and the lepton flavor violating $\ensuremath{\tau}\ensuremath{\mu}H$ vert…
Three pseudoscalar meson production ine+e−annihilation
Conversations with German Rodrigo on the topic of this paper are warmly acknowledged. We would like to thank Henryk Czyz for fruitful discussions on context of MC PHOKHARA 7.0. We also wish to thank Michael R. Pennington for a careful reading of our manuscript and for his suggestions. Lingyun Dai thanks the China Scholarship Council for their support. This research has been supported in part by the funds of the Polish National Science Centre under decisions DEC-2012/04/M/ST2/00240 and DEC-2011/03/B/ST2/00107 (O. S.) and by the Spanish Government and ERDF funds from the EU Commission [Grants No. FPA2007-60323, No. FPA2011-23778, No. CSD2007-00042 (Consolider Project CPAN)]. This paper has be…
One-loop renormalization of Resonance Chiral Theory: scalar and pseudoscalar resonances
We consider the Resonance Chiral Theory with one multiplet of scalar and pseudoscalar resonances, up to bilinear couplings in the resonance fields, and evaluate its beta-function at one-loop with the use of the background field method. Thus we also provide the full set of operators that renormalize the theory at one loop and render it finite.
Kaon Decays in the Standard Model
A comprehensive overview of kaon decays is presented. The Standard Model predictions are discussed in detail, covering both the underlying short-distance electroweak dynamics and the important interplay of QCD at long distances. Chiral perturbation theory provides a universal framework for treating leptonic, semileptonic and nonleptonic decays including rare and radiative modes. All allowed decay modes with branching ratios of at least 10^(-11) are analyzed. Some decays with even smaller rates are also included. Decays that are strictly forbidden in the Standard Model are not considered in this review. The present experimental status and the prospects for future improvements are reviewed.
Vector form factor of the pion from unitarity and analyticity: a model-independent approach
7 páginas, 2 figuras, 3 tablas.-- PACS number(s): 13.35.Dx, 12.39.Fe, 13.40.Gp, 13.65.1i
QED box amplitude in heavy fermion production
We evaluate the two-photon box contribution to heavy fermion production in electron positron annihilation, that provides O(alpha^2) electromagnetic corrections to the Born cross section. The study of its non-relativistic expansion, relevant at energies close to the threshold of production, is also performed. We also verify that the threshold expansion of the one-loop integrals correctly reproduces our results, thus extending the applicability of this technique to heavy fermion production diagrams.
Important Rare Kaon Decays
Kaon decays stay as one of the benchmarks of the Standard Model and its possible deviations. Though most of the channels receive low-energy non-perturbative contributions and, therefore, the possibility of extracting Standard Model parameters with accurate precision is somewhat dumbed, there are a few rare decays that are theoretically clean and may open a window on New Physics. Here we recall two of them: K → π ν ν ¯ and K L → π 0 l + l − .
Chiral Low-Energy Constants: Status and Prospects
7 pages.-- PACS nrs.: 11.15.Pg, 12.38.-t, 12.39.Fe.-- ISI Article Identifier: 000252187200017.-- ArXiv pre-print available at: http://arxiv.org/abs/0710.4405
〈VAP〉 Green function in the resonance region
Abstract We analyze the 〈 V A P 〉 three-point function of vector, axial-vector and pseudoscalar currents. In the spirit of large N C , a resonance dominated Green function is confronted with the leading high-energy behaviour from the operator product expansion. The matching is shown to be fully compatible with a chiral resonance Lagrangian and it allows to determine some of the chiral low-energy constants of O ( p 6 ) .
Vanishing chiral couplings in the large-Nc resonance theory
5 pages, 2 figures.-- PACS nrs.: 12.39.Fe; 11.15.Pg; 12.38.-t.-- ISI Article Identifier: 000247625300022.-- ArXiv pre-print available at: http://arxiv.org/abs/hep-ph/0611375