Status of lattice standard model

In summary, there is currently no consensus on the existence of a lattice standard model. Wiese's 2009 notes suggest that a recent breakthrough in lattice gauge theory has allowed for a consistent definition of the standard model beyond perturbation theory. However, Kaplan's notes from the same year argue that there is still a lack of a nonperturbative regulator for the standard model and that perturbation theory may suffice for understanding it in the real world. There have been other proposals and methods discussed, but more research and consensus is needed before declaring success in achieving a lattice formulation of the standard model.
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What is the "consensus" status of the existence of a lattice standard model? These two sets of notes don't seem to be in agreement.

Wiese's 2009 notes http://www.itp.uni-hannover.de/saalburg/Lectures/wiese.pdf say "Thanks to a recent breakthrough in lattice gauge theory, the standard model is now consistently defined beyond perturbation theory."

But Kaplan's notes http://arxiv.org/abs/0912.2560, also from 2009 say "Thus we lack of a nonperturbative regulator for the Standard Model - but then again, we think perturbation theory suffices for understanding the Standard Model in the real world. If a solution to putting chiral gauge theories on the lattice proves to be a complicated and not especially enlightening enterprise, then it probably is not worth the effort (unless the LHC finds evidence for a strongly coupled chiral gauge theory!). However, if there is a compelling and physical route to such theories, that would undoubtedly be very interesting.

Even if eventually a lattice formulation of the Standard Model is achieved ..."

I'm aware of more off-the beaten-track proposals like http://arxiv.org/abs/0908.0591 and http://arxiv.org/abs/1305.1045, but I would like to have comments on the "mainstream" proposals first.
 
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http://arxiv.org/abs/1003.5896 reviews and analyzes the Luscher etc method in some detail and http://arxiv.org/abs/1211.6947v3 reviews and discusses another method with negative results. At least the latter paper is a couple of years older than Wiese's notes and would have benefited from some consensus on whether the methods referred to have actually been successful. I haven't been following lattice and haven't really read these papers that I'm linking, but will take a closer look when I can. I figure that they at least suggest that Wiese was being a bit premature in declaring success.
 
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What is the lattice standard model?

The lattice standard model is a theoretical framework in particle physics that describes the fundamental particles and their interactions. It is based on the concept of a lattice, which is a discrete grid or network that represents space and time.

Why is the lattice standard model important?

The lattice standard model is important because it provides a way to make theoretical predictions about the behavior of particles at a fundamental level. It also helps to bridge the gap between the theory of quantum mechanics and the experimental results of particle accelerators.

What is the current status of the lattice standard model?

The lattice standard model is constantly evolving and being refined through experiments and theoretical advancements. Currently, it is able to accurately predict many phenomena, but there are also areas where it falls short, such as explaining the origin of dark matter.

What are the limitations of the lattice standard model?

One of the limitations of the lattice standard model is that it does not include gravity, which is a fundamental force and crucial for understanding the behavior of the universe on a larger scale. It also does not provide a complete explanation for all observed particles and their properties.

How does the lattice standard model relate to other theories, such as string theory?

The lattice standard model is a part of the broader Standard Model of particle physics, which also includes theories such as quantum chromodynamics and electroweak theory. String theory, on the other hand, is a proposed theory of everything that attempts to unify all fundamental forces, including gravity. While there are connections and overlaps between the two, they are still considered separate theories.

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