particle physics

In 1972, Frank Wilczek and his thesis adviser, David Gross, discovered the basic theory of the strong force — the final pillar of the Standard Model of particle physics.

Their experiments, conducted in 1962, were regarded as milestones in particle physics.

These researchers argue that quantum field theory, the current lingua franca of particle physics, tells far too convoluted a story.

We write particle physics in a math called quantum field theory.

Pineau and Benaich both point to particle physics, where some experiments can only be done on expensive pieces of equipment such as the Large Hadron Collider.

Instead, Davis said with a hearty chuckle, “Marshall gave me a book on particle physics to read overnight.”

How do these misconceptions about particle physics come about, and what can particle physicists do about them?