Higgs, Supersymmetry and Dark Matter After Run I of the LHC / by Béranger Dumont.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Dumont, Béranger., Author.

Contributor:

University of Grenoble, France., contributor.

Series:

Springer Theses, Recognizing Outstanding Ph.D. Research, 2190-5053

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Particles (Nuclear physics).

Quantum field theory.

String models.

Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory.

Quantum Field Theories, String Theory.

Local Subjects:

Elementary Particles, Quantum Field Theory.

Quantum Field Theories, String Theory.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (XVII, 259 p. 95 illus., 50 illus. in color.)

Edition:

1st ed. 2017.

Place of Publication:

Cham : Springer International Publishing : Imprint: Springer, 2017.

Summary:

This work was nominated as an outstanding PhD thesis by the LPSC, Université Grenoble Alpes, France. The LHC Run 1 was a milestone in particle physics, leading to the discovery of the Higgs boson, the last missing piece of the so-called "Standard Model" (SM), and to important constraints on new physics, which challenge popular theories like weak-scale supersymmetry. This thesis provides a detailed account of the legacy of the LHC Run 1 ≤¥regarding these aspects. First, the SM and the need for its extension are presented in a concise yet revealing way. Subsequently, the impact of the LHC Higgs results on scenarios of new physics is assessed in detail, including a careful discussion of the relevant uncertainties. Two approaches are considered: generic modifications of the Higgs couplings, possibly arising from extended Higgs sectors or higher-dimensional operators; and tests of specific new physics models. Lastly, the implications of the null results of the searches for new physics are discussed with a particular focus on supersymmetric dark matter candidates. Here as well, two approaches are presented: the "simplified models" approach, and recasting by event simulation. This thesis stands out for its educational approach, its clear language and the depth of the physics discussion. The methods and tools presented offer readers essential practical tools for future research. .

Contents:

Introduction

At Least a Higgs Boson

Interpreting LHC Searches for New Physics

Conclusions. .

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references at the end of each chapters.

ISBN:

3-319-44956-7