This new edition of The Standard Model and Beyond presents an
advanced introduction to the physics and formalism of the standard model
and other non-abelian gauge theories. It provides a solid background for
understanding supersymmetry, string theory, extra dimensions, dynamical
symmetry breaking, and cosmology. In addition to updating all of the
experimental and phenomenological results from the first edition, it
contains a new chapter on collider physics; expanded discussions of
Higgs, neutrino, and dark matter physics; and many new problems.
The book first reviews calculational techniques in field theory and the
status of quantum electrodynamics. It then focuses on global and local
symmetries and the construction of non-abelian gauge theories. The
structure and tests of quantum chromodynamics, collider physics, the
electroweak interactions and theory, and the physics of neutrino mass
and mixing are thoroughly explored. The final chapter discusses the
motivations for extending the standard model and examines supersymmetry,
extended gauge groups, and grand unification.
Thoroughly covering gauge field theories, symmetries, and topics beyond
the standard model, this text equips readers with the tools to
understand the structure and phenomenological consequences of the
standard model, to construct extensions, and to perform calculations at
tree level. It establishes the necessary background for readers to carry
out more advanced research in particle physics.
Supplementary materials are provided on the author's website and a
solutions manual is available for qualifying instructors.
