Graduate Lorentz invariance from Dirac spinor

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The discussion centers on the Lorentz invariance of operators in supersymmetry (SUSY) theory, specifically regarding the operator $$u^c d^c \tilde d^c$$, where $$\tilde d$$ is the scalar superpartner of the down quark. It is established that while the term $$u^c d^c$$ is Lorentz invariant due to the scalar nature of $$\tilde d$$, the confusion arises with the expression $$\psi^T \psi$$, which does not conform to the standard Lorentz invariant form $$\bar \psi \psi$$. The reference to Table 3 in the paper from arXiv (1008.4884) provides context for the B-violating operator terms, which include expressions like $$d^T C u$$, further illustrating the nuances of Lorentz invariance in this framework.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of supersymmetry (SUSY) theory
  • Familiarity with Dirac spinors and their properties
  • Knowledge of Lorentz transformations and invariance
  • Basic comprehension of scalar and fermionic fields in quantum field theory
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the properties of Dirac spinors in quantum field theory
  • Research Lorentz invariance in the context of supersymmetry
  • Examine the implications of B-violating operators in SUSY models
  • Review the paper referenced (arXiv:1008.4884) for detailed examples of Lorentz invariant operators
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The discussion is beneficial for theoretical physicists, particularly those specializing in quantum field theory, supersymmetry, and particle physics, as well as graduate students seeking to deepen their understanding of Lorentz invariance in complex operator formulations.

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I have a really naive question that I didn't manage to explain to myself. If I consider SUSY theory without R-parity conservation there exist an operator that mediates proton decay. This operator is

$$u^c d^c \tilde d^c $$

where ##\tilde d## is the scalar superpartner of down quark. Now, being a scalar, this field doesn't transform under Lorentz transformation. This means that the term ##u^c d^c## is Lorentz invariant. Being u and d 4-component Dirac spinor this has to be read as

$$(u^c)^T d^c$$

in order to proper contract rows and columns.

This means that also ##u^T d## should be Lorentz invariant...

However, Lorentz invariant are build with bar spinors, i.e.

##\bar \psi \psi## is Lorentz invariant

while I don't see how

##\psi^T \psi## can be Lorentz invariant.. Clearly I am missing something really basic here..
 
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If you want people to help you, I think it's a good idea to share some references. Naively, I don't see how you term can be Lorentz-invariant either, but without reference or context that's all I can say.
 
You are right, sorry. I am looking for example at the lower right box of Tab. 3 of https://arxiv.org/pdf/1008.4884.pdf
In the B-violating operator I have terms that goes (neglecting colour and SU(2) indices, and noting that Dirac indices are always contracted within the brakets) like

$$d^T C u$$

and similar. This is what I meant
 

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