Quantum Chromodynamics on a Space-Time Lattice

Speaker: Claudio Rebbi, Boston University, Physics Chair

When: January 25, 2011 (Tue), 03:30PM to 04:30PM (add to my calendar)
Location: SCI 107
Hosted by: Rama Bansil
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This event is part of the Physics Department Colloquia Series.

Abstract: After a brief review of the main features of Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD), the theory of strong interactions, I will illustrate how the formulation of the theory on a space-time lattice (Lattice QCD) has opened the way for the application of powerful computational techniques. I will then give an overview of what has been accomplished through three decades of numerical investigations and will discuss the current state of affairs in lattice QCD and perspectives for the future.