References for quantum chromodynamics

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around gathering references and resources for quantum chromodynamics (QCD) as part of a semester project in a physics class. Participants share various materials and suggest different approaches to understanding the topic.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant suggests using the textbook "Particle Physics" by Martin & Shaw, specifically chapters 6 and 7, as a resource for QCD.
  • Another participant provides a link to a paper on arXiv discussing gauge theory in QCD and recommends CERN summer school lectures as additional resources.
  • A different participant points to the CTEQ Meta-Page as a starting point and recommends the handbook of perturbative QCD found there.
  • There is a discussion about the appropriateness of certain resources, with one participant suggesting that some materials may be too advanced for the original poster (OP).
  • Another participant mentions the book "Constructing Quarks" by Andrew Pickering, raising questions about the nature of scientific truth in the context of particle physics.
  • A later reply suggests checking out critiques of Pickering's work, specifically mentioning Weinberg's "Dreams..." to provide a balanced perspective.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the appropriateness of certain resources, indicating that some materials may be too advanced for the OP while others argue that it depends on the OP's prior reading. Multiple viewpoints on the nature of scientific truth and the interpretation of QCD are also presented.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express uncertainty about the OP's background knowledge, which may affect the suitability of the recommended resources. There is also a lack of clarity regarding the depth of understanding required for the materials suggested.

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Hey all,

I am currently in a 300 level physics class, Concepts of Modern Physics, and as a semester project we are required to research a topic and do a presentation. I chose QCD because I have done some reading on it and it seemed the most interesting on the list. Although, i would like to have a few more references than what I have right now. Can anyone help point me in the right direction for some information on this topic. Thanks!

Kev
 
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I can tell you what I use:

- Particle physics, by Martin & Shaw (chapter 6 and 7 is about qcd) (textbook)
- http://arxiv.org/PS_cache/hep-ph/pdf/0001/0001118v1.pdf (Gauge theory of QCD + much more)


You may also want to check out the CERN summer school lectures (slides + video)
http://indico.cern.ch/tools/SSLPdisplay.py?stdate=2008-06-30&nbweeks=7
(Fundamental concepts in particle physics & Standard Model - is the ones you are looking for)
 
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THE area to start is the CTEQ Meta-Page at http://www.phys.psu.edu/~cteq/

I recommend the handbook of perturbative QCD (linked on that page) highly.
 
Vanadium, I think that is too advanced for the OP :-)
 
Maybe, maybe not. Depends on what the "some reading" entails.
 
Try "Constructing Quarks" by Andrew Pickering. Do scientists uncover truth or create it out of their experiments and theories?

http://www.huss.ex.ac.uk/sociology/staff/pickering/biog.php

Sheesh! Pickering has two PhD's, one in particle physics, the other in the sociology of particle physicists. Gribbin uses his ideas the focus for his "Kittens" book if you want a lighter intro.
 
... but check out critics of Pickering like Weinberg ("Dreams...") to get both sides!
 

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