Reference for N=4 d=3 SuperYangMills

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The discussion centers on the search for introductory resources on N=4 supersymmetry in 3-dimensional spacetime (d=3). The user seeks a review article or book that covers the SuperYangMills Lagrangian and its coupling with matter hypermultiplets, specifically contrasting it with the N=1 case. A participant suggests that a d=3 N=4 SuperYangMills theory may not exist, as Chern-Simons theories are typically employed in three dimensions.

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  • Understanding of N=1 supersymmetry in 4 dimensions
  • Familiarity with SuperYangMills theories
  • Knowledge of Chern-Simons theories in 3 dimensions
  • Basic concepts of hypermultiplets in supersymmetry
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The discussion is beneficial for theoretical physicists, particularly those specializing in supersymmetry, quantum field theory, and researchers exploring the implications of dimensionality in particle physics.

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Hi!
I am looking for a review article on extended N=4 supersymmetry in 3=2+1 spacetime dimensions.
(8 supercharges in total).
I am familiar with the N=1, d=4 case, but now I need to study the N=4, d=3.

Is anyone aware of the existence of such an introductory article, or a book in which this case is treated, starting from the basics?
In particular I need to understand how to write the SuperYangMills lagrangian, coupled with the matter hypermultiplets.
What does it change from the N=1 case?

Thanks for the advice.
 
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I don't think there is such a thing as a d=3 N=4 super Yang Mills theory. In three dimensions you usually work with Chern Simons theories, but I could be wrong.
 

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