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Setting Limits on Supersymmetry Using Simplified Models
Published on: November 15, 2013
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Searching for supersymmetry and its avatars
John Ellis1,2,3
1Theoretical Particle Physics and Cosmology Group, Department of Physics, King's College London, WC2R 2LS London, UK.
Summary
Supersymmetry research continues due to string theory, electroweak scale, and dark matter. The Large Hadron Collider (LHC) provides further motivation, with new searches focusing on overlooked signatures like long-lived particles.
Area of Science:
- Particle Physics
- Cosmology
- Condensed Matter Physics
Background:
- Theoretical motivations for TeV-scale supersymmetry include string theory, the electroweak scale, and the lightest supersymmetric particle as cold dark matter.
- Large Hadron Collider (LHC) Run 1 provided additional support through electroweak vacuum stabilization and Higgs boson properties.
- Emergent supersymmetry phenomena are observed in systems like topological insulators.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the ongoing motivations for searching for supersymmetry.
- To discuss evolving experimental strategies for supersymmetry detection at the LHC.
- To highlight novel signatures and experimental opportunities.
Main Methods:
- Review of theoretical frameworks and phenomenological predictions for supersymmetry.
- Analysis of results from the Large Hadron Collider (LHC) Run 1.
- Exploration of emergent supersymmetry in condensed matter systems.
- Discussion of experimental techniques for detecting under-explored signatures.
Main Results:
- Multiple compelling reasons persist for pursuing supersymmetry searches.
- LHC Run 1 data has strengthened the case for supersymmetry.
- New avenues for supersymmetry detection are emerging, including novel signatures and experimental approaches.
Conclusions:
- Supersymmetry remains a theoretically and phenomenologically motivated area of research.
- The LHC continues to be a crucial facility for testing supersymmetry.
- Future searches will benefit from exploring a wider range of signatures and experimental techniques.
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