Particle-type Dependence of Azimuthal Anisotropy and Nuclearmodification of Particle Production in Au+Au Collisions at SNN

Particle-type Dependence of Azimuthal Anisotropy and Nuclearmodification of Particle Production in Au+Au Collisions at SNN
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We present STAR measurements of the azimuthal anisotropy parameter v2 and the binary-collision scaled centrality ratio R{sub CP} for kaons and lambdas ([Lambda] + {bar [Lambda]}) at mid-rapidity in Au+Au collisions at √s{sub NN} = 200 GeV. In combination, the v2 and R{sub CP} particle-type dependencies contradict expectations from partonic energy loss followed by standard fragmentation in vacuum. We establish p{sub T} ≈ 5 GeV/c as the value where the centrality dependent baryon enhancement ends. The K{sub S}° and {Lambda} + {bar {Lambda}} v2 values are consistent with expectations of constituent-quark-number scaling from models of hadron formation by parton coalescence or recombination.

Identified Particle Production, Azimuthal Anisotropy, and Interferometry Measurements in Au+Au Collisions at Sqrt SNN

Identified Particle Production, Azimuthal Anisotropy, and Interferometry Measurements in Au+Au Collisions at Sqrt SNN
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We present the first measurements of identified hadron production, azimuthal anisotropy, and pion interferometry from Au+Au collisions below the nominal injection energy at the Relativistic Heavy-Ion Collider (RHIC) facility. The data were collected using the large acceptance STAR detector at (square root)s{sub NN} = 9.2 GeV from a test run of the collider in the year 2008. Midrapidity results on multiplicity density (dN/dy) in rapidity (y), average transverse momentum (p{sub T}), particle ratios, elliptic flow, and HBT radii are consistent with the corresponding results at similar (square root)s{sub NN} from fixed target experiments. Directed flow measurements are presented for both midrapidity and forward rapidity regions. Furthermore the collision centrality dependence of identified particle dN/dy, p{sub T}, and particle ratios are discussed. These results also demonstrate that the capabilities of the STAR detector, although optimized for (square root)s{sub NN} = 200 GeV, are suitable for the proposed QCD critical point search and exploration of the QCD phase diagram at RHIC.

From Quarks To Black Holes: Progress In Understanding The Logic Of Nature - Proceedings Of The International School Of Subnuclear Physics

From Quarks To Black Holes: Progress In Understanding The Logic Of Nature - Proceedings Of The International School Of Subnuclear Physics
Author: Antonino Zichichi
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 601
Release: 2005-06-16
Genre: Science
ISBN: 981448007X

This volume is a unique report on the frontiers of subnuclear physics presented by global specialists in a clear and rigorous style.The question of Lattice QCD is presented by R D Kenway, and that of Quark-Gluon Plasma Physics by F Karsch. Quantum Field theory is discussed by R G Dijkgraff, and the status of Local Supersymmetry by M J Duff. Detailed analysis of Supersymmetry in Nuclei is made by F Iachello, and that of Inflation, Dark Matter and Dark Energy by E W Kolb. Compactified dimensions are outlined by I Antoniadis, Horizons in the quantization of the gravitational force by Nobel Laureate G 't Hooft, as also are Neutrino Oscillations by G Fogli and Fundamental Constants by H Fritzsch. The experimental data from BNL and Babar are presented by T W Ludlum and M A Giorgi, those from Fermilab and Hera by Parke and G Wolf. The status at CERN is given by L Maiani for the LHC and by W-D Schlatter for the non-LHC experiments. Highlights from Gran Sasso are presented by A Bettini. This volume also contains reports by a selected group of “new talents” on various topics in the field of subnuclear physics.The proceedings have been selected for coverage in:• Index to Scientific & Technical Proceedings® (ISTP® / ISI Proceedings)• Index to Scientific & Technical Proceedings (ISTP CDROM version / ISI Proceedings)• CC Proceedings — Engineering & Physical Sciences

Relativistic Dissipative Hydrodynamic Description of the Quark-Gluon Plasma

Relativistic Dissipative Hydrodynamic Description of the Quark-Gluon Plasma
Author: Akihiko Monnai
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 138
Release: 2014-01-20
Genre: Science
ISBN: 4431547983

This thesis presents theoretical and numerical studies on phenomenological description of the quark–gluon plasma (QGP), a many-body system of elementary particles. The author formulates a causal theory of hydrodynamics for systems with net charges from the law of increasing entropy and a momentum expansion method. The derived equation results can be applied not only to collider physics, but also to the early universe and ultra-cold atoms. The author also develops novel off-equilibrium hydrodynamic models for the longitudinal expansion of the QGP on the basis of these equations. Numerical estimations show that convection and entropy production during the hydrodynamic evolution are key to explaining excessive charged particle production, recently observed at the Large Hadron Collider. Furthermore, the analyses at finite baryon density indicate that the energy available for QGP production is larger than the amount conventionally assumed.

Advances in Nuclear Physics

Advances in Nuclear Physics
Author: Rajeev K. Puri
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 282
Release: 2020-12-15
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9811590621

This volume comprises select peer-reviewed papers from the Indo-French Workshop on Multifragmentation, Collective Flow, and Sub-Threshold Particle Production in Heavy-Ion Reactions held at the Department of Physics, Panjab University, Chandigarh, India in February, 2019. The contents highlight latest research trends in intermediate energy nuclear physics and emphasize on the various reaction mechanisms which take place in heavy-ion collisions. The chapters contribute to the understanding of interactions that govern the dynamics at sub-nucleonic level. The book includes contributions from global experts hailing from major research facilities of nuclear physics, and provides a good balance between experimental and theoretical model based studies. Given the range of topics covered, this book can be a useful reference for students and researchers interested in the field of heavy-ion reactions.

Extreme States of Matter

Extreme States of Matter
Author: Vladimir E. Fortov
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 714
Release: 2015-12-26
Genre: Science
ISBN: 3319189530

With its many beautiful colour pictures, this book gives fascinating insights into the unusual forms and behaviour of matter under extremely high pressures and temperatures. These extreme states are generated, among other things, by strong shock, detonation and electric explosion waves, dense laser beams, electron and ion beams, hypersonic entry of spacecraft into dense atmospheres of planets and in many other situations characterized by extremely high pressures and temperatures. Written by one of the world's foremost experts on the topic, this book will inform and fascinate all scientists dealing with materials properties and physics and also serve as an excellent introduction to plasma-, shock-wave and high-energy-density physics for students and newcomers seeking an overview. This second edition is thoroughly revised and expanded, in particular with new material on high energy-density physics, nuclear explosions and other nuclear transformation processes.

Thermodynamics And Equations Of State For Matter: From Ideal Gas To Quark-gluon Plasma

Thermodynamics And Equations Of State For Matter: From Ideal Gas To Quark-gluon Plasma
Author: Vladimr E Fortov
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 569
Release: 2016-03-24
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9814749214

The monograph presents a comparative analysis of different thermodynamic models of the equations of state. The basic ideological premises of the theoretical methods and the experiment are considered. The principal attention is on the description of states that are of greatest interest for the physics of high energy concentrations which are either already attained or can be reached in the near future in controlled terrestrial conditions, or are realized in astrophysical objects at different stages of their evolution. Ultra-extreme astrophysical and nuclear-physical applications are also analyzed where the thermodynamics of matter is affected substantially by relativism, high-power gravitational and magnetic fields, thermal radiation, transformation of nuclear particles, nucleon neutronization, and quark deconfinement. The book is intended for a wide range of specialists engaged in the study of the equations of state of matter and high energy density physics, as well as for senior students and postgraduates.

Azimuthal Anisotropy in U+U Collisions at STAR.

Azimuthal Anisotropy in U+U Collisions at STAR.
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Release: 2014
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The azimuthal anisotropy of particle production is commonly used in high-energy nuclear collisions to study the early evolution of the expanding system. The prolate shape of uranium nuclei makes it possible to study how the geometry of the colliding nuclei affects final state anisotropies. It also provides a unique opportunity to understand how entropy is produced in heavy ion collisions. In this paper, the two- and four- particle cumulant v2 (v2{2} and v2{4}) from U+U collisions at √sNN = 193 GeV and Au+Au collisions at √sNN = 200 GeV for inclusive charged hadrons will be presented. The STAR Zero Degree Calorimeters are used to select very central collisions. Differences were observed between the multiplicity dependence of v2{2} for most central Au+Au and U+U collisions. The multiplicity dependence of v2{2} in central collisions were compared to Monte Carlo Glauber model predictions and it was seen that this model cannot explain the present results. (auth).

Directory of Graduate Research

Directory of Graduate Research
Author: American Chemical Society. Committee on Professional Training
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Total Pages: 1932
Release: 2005
Genre: Biochemistry
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Faculties, publications and doctoral theses in departments or divisions of chemistry, chemical engineering, biochemistry and pharmaceutical and/or medicinal chemistry at universities in the United States and Canada.

Azimuthal Anisotophy in U + U and Au + Au Collisions at RHIC.

Azimuthal Anisotophy in U + U and Au + Au Collisions at RHIC.
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Collisions between prolate uranium nuclei are used to study how particle production and azimuthal anisotropies depend on initial geometry in heavy-ion collisions. We report the two- and four-particle cumulants, v2{2} and v2{4}, for charged hadrons from U+U collisions at √SNN = 193 GeV and Au+Au collisions at √SNN = 200 GeV. Nearly fully overlapping collisions are selected based on the energy deposited by spectators in zero degree calorimeters (ZDCs). Within this sample, the observed dependence of v2{2} on multiplicity demonstrates that ZDC information combined with multiplicity can preferentially select different overlap configurations in U+U collisions. As a result, we also show that v2 vs multiplicity can be better described by models, such as gluon saturation or quark participant models, that eliminate the dependence of the multiplicity on the number of binary nucleon-nucleon collisions.