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Nonrelativistic conformal field theory and unnuclear physics

Nonrelativistic conformal field theory and unnuclear physics

28 May 2021
Seminars and colloquia
Time
Venue
Online
Speaker(s)
Seminar series
Theoretical physics colloquia
Knowledge of physics?
Yes, knowledge of physics required
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Abstract

Conformal symmetry plays an important role in field theory and statistical physics. We review a nonrelativistic version of conformal symmetry, also called Schrödinger symmetry, and the properties of nonrelativistic conformal field theories. We show how the nonrelativistic conformal symmetry exhibits itself in various physical systems. In particular, we will consider the example of "unnuclear physics," where the conformal dimensions of primary operators in an interacting nonrelativistic CFT determines the behavior of differential cross sections of nuclear reactions involving several neutrons in the final state.