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Truth and Uncertainty in Particle Physics | Doctor Steve Mrenna

Sep 22, 2023
Dr. Steve Mrenna, particle theorist, discusses truth in particle physics and the discovery of the Higgs boson. He explores event generators and the Pithia simulator, the collision of protons, and the role of gluons. The efficiency of scintillators and the challenges of analyzing rare events are covered. The concept of causes in particle physics and measuring charged particles in a magnetic field are also explored.
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