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Hongxia Huang

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Systematic study of baryon-baryon interactions in singly bottomed systems

In this work, we systematically investigate the baryon-baryon interactions in singly bottomed dibaryon systems within the chiral quark model and search for possible bound states. By exploring the baryon-baryon interaction, we find that low-isospin channels tend to generate deeper attractive interactions and are prone to form bound states. We also find that decuplet-decuplet systems tend to show stronger attraction and support a larger number of bound states, whereas octet-octet systems generally exhibit weaker attraction and fewer bound solutions. The binding behavior of octet-decuplet systems generall lies between these two cases. Several bound states are obtained, which are $\Delta\Sigma_b^*$ with $IJ=\frac{1}{2}0$, $\frac{1}{2}1$, $\frac{1}{2}2$, $\frac{1}{2}3$, and $\frac{3}{2}3$, the $\Delta\Sigma_b$ with $IJ=\frac{1}{2}1$, $\frac{1}{2}2$, $\frac{3}{2}1$, and $\frac{3}{2}2$, the $N\Sigma_b^*$ with $IJ=\frac{1}{2}2$, the $\Sigma\Sigma_b$ with $IJ=00$, $01$, and $11$, the $\Sigma\Sigma_b^*$ with $IJ=01$ and $02$, the $\Sigma^*\Sigma_b$ with $IJ=01$ and $02$, and the $\Sigma^*\Sigma_b^*$ with $IJ=00$, $01$, $02$, $03$, and $13$. Further investigations of the corresponding scattering processes are still required to determine whether these bound-state candidates can be identified. These states deserve further experimental investigation.

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Exploring possible $^3_{\Lambda_c}\text{H}$ bound states through $p\Lambda_c$ femtoscopic correlations

The femtoscopic correlation technique in relativistic heavy-ion collisions provides a unique opportunity to investigate hadron-hadron interactions and possible exotic states. In this work, we study the $p\Lambda_c$ correlation function and its sensitivity to the low-energy $N\Lambda_c$ interaction related to possible $^3_{\Lambda_c}\mathrm{H}$ bound states. Based on the quark delocalization color screening model, three interaction scenarios with different strengths are constructed, and the corresponding spin-averaged $p\Lambda_c$ correlation functions are calculated within the Koonin--Pratt formalism. The results demonstrate that the correlation function is sensitive to the $p\Lambda_c$ interaction strength, with coupled-channel effects and $S$-$D$ wave mixing producing additional enhancements in the correlation signal. These findings suggest that future $p\Lambda_c$ femtoscopic measurements at relativistic heavy-ion collision experiments can provide valuable constraints on the interaction between charmed baryons and nucleons and offer guidance for exploring possible heavy-flavor hypernuclei.

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A coupled-channel quark model study of possible $\Xi_{cc}^{(*)} K^{(*)}$ molecular states

Inspired by the recent experimental discovery of doubly charmed baryons, we investigate the possible $\Xi_{cc}^{(*)}K^{(*)}$ molecular systems within the framework of the quark delocalization color screening model. The energy spectra and scattering processes of the relevant baryon-meson systems are investigated to explore the dynamical properties of the possible molecular states. The spectrum calculations predict three bound states, namely the $I(J^P)=0(1/2^{-})$ $\Xi_{cc}K$, the $I(J^P)=0(3/2^{-})$ $\Xi_{cc}^{*}K$, and the $I(J^P)=0(5/2^{-})$ $\Xi_{cc}^{*}K^{*}$ molecular states. The scattering phase shift analysis further confirms two $\Xi_{cc}K^{*}$ resonance states with $I(J^P)=0(1/2^{-})$ and $0(3/2^{-})$, which originate from quasi-bound states through channel coupling. In particular, the $I(J^P)=0(1/2^{-})$ $\Xi_{cc}K$ bound state is consistent with previous theoretical studies, making it one of the most promising candidates for future experimental searches.

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Investigation of fully heavy tetraquark within chiral quark model

In the framework of the Chiral quark model (ChQM), we investigate the fully charmed and fully bottomed tetraquark with $J^{PC}=2^{++}$ including two structures: $Q\bar{Q}-Q\bar{Q}$ and $QQ-\bar{Q}\bar{Q}$. The bound-state calculation shows that there is no bound state in either $cc\bar{c}\bar{c}$ or $bb\bar{b}\bar{b}$ systems. However, by using the real-scaling method, some resonance states are obtained. For the $cc\bar{c}\bar{c}$ system, when the channel-coupling includes only three $S$-wave channels, two resonant states are obtained: one with a mass around $7002$ MeV and decay width near $54$ MeV, and another with a mass around $7227$ MeV and a decay width near $66$ MeV. The former can be regarded as a candidate for the $X(6900)$, and the latter can be considered as a candidate for the $X(7200)$. Upon adding the $\chi_{c0}\chi_{c2}$, $\chi_{c1}\chi_{c1}$, $\chi_{c1}\chi_{c2}$, $\chi_{c2}\chi_{c2}$ channels, both resonant states still remain. For the $bb\bar{b}\bar{b}$ system, only one resonant state is obtained, regardless of whether the four channels composition of the excited mesons are included or excluded. The mass and width of this resonant state are around $19743$ MeV and $67$ MeV, respectively. We suggest that future experiments search for the possible resonance state in the invariant mass spectrum of $\Upsilon \Upsilon$ or $\Upsilon \Upsilon(2S)$.

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Investigation of deuteron-like singly bottomed dibaryon resonances

We perform a systematical investigation of the existence of the deuteron-like singly bottomed dibaryon resonance states with strangeness $S=-1,~-3,~-5$ in the chiral quark model. Two resonance states with strangeness $S=-1$ are obtained in the baryon-baryon scattering process. The first candidate is $\Sigma\Sigma_b$ in the $\Lambda\Lambda_b$ and $N\Xi_b^*$ scattering process, with the resonance energy 6974.22 MeV - 6975.37 MeV and the decay width 14.450 MeV, respectively; the other one is $\Sigma \Sigma_b^*$ in the $N\Xi_b$ and $N\Xi'_b$ scattering process, with the resonance energy 6990.69 MeV - 7008.37 MeV and the decay width 43.790 MeV, respectively. The Root Mean Square (RMS) radius calculation shows that the former tends to be in a compact structure, while the latter tends to be in a molecular structure. Both of these resonance states are worthy of experimental exploration. Furthermore, it should be emphasized that the effect of channel-coupling is of great importance in exploring exotic hadron states, and investigating the scattering process may serve as an effective approach to identifying genuine resonances.

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Investigating $\Omega \phi$ Interaction and Correlation Functions

In this work, we investigate the interaction between the $\Omega$ baryon and the $s\bar{s}$ meson within the framework of the quark delocalization color screening model. The spectra calculations show that no bound state is formed in any of the considered channels, while the scattering indicates that the $\Omega\phi$ interaction with $J^{P}=1/2^{-}$ is weakly attractive. As for the $\Omega\phi$ interactions with $J^{P}=3/2^{-}$ and $5/2^{-}$, as well as the $\Omega\eta^{\prime}$ interaction with $J^{P}=3/2^{-}$, they are all repulsive. After an investigation on the femtoscopic correlation functions, we find that, due to the spin-averaging effect, the overall $\Omega\phi$ correlation function exhibits a weak dependence on the source size, which provides a crucial significance of our model for future experimental examinations in relativistic heavy-ion collisions.

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Dynamical study of hidden-strange pentaquarks as analogs of the hidden-charm states

Motivated by the recent BESIII experiment~\cite{BESIII:2024muk} searching for hidden-strange exotic hadrons, we perform a systematic theoretical study of the hidden-strange pentaquark system within the framework of the quark delocalization color screening model (QDCSM) and the resonating group method (RGM). Our results demonstrate that the channel coupling effect plays a decisive role in the formation of bound and resonance states. It not only significantly enhances the short-range attraction but also induces essential attractive contributions from pion exchange. We predict three bound states with masses of $1759$ MeV, $2000$ MeV, and $2407$ MeV. Furthermore, we report the existence of a hidden-strange pentaquark resonance state, $\Xi K^{\ast}$, with quantum numbers $I(J^{P})=0(1/2^{-})$. This resonance is identified in the $S$-wave scattering phase shifts of the $\Lambda\eta_{s}$ and $\Lambda \phi$ open channels, with a predicted mass in the range of $2204\text{--}2208$ MeV. By accounting for both the scattering width from channel coupling and the intrinsic decay width of the constituent $K^{\ast}$, the total decay width is estimated to be $55\text{--}63$ MeV. These theoretical predictions provide important guidance for future experimental searches for such exotic states at facilities like BESIII.

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Huizhou Hadron Spectrometer -- a Proposed High-rate Experimental Setup at the High Intensity Heavy-ion Accelerator Facility

The High-Intensity Heavy-Ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF), currently under construction in Huizhou, Guangdong Province, China, is projected to be completed by 2025. This facility will be capable of producing proton and heavy-ion beams with energies reaching several GeV, thereby offering a versatile platform for advanced fundamental physics research. Key scientific objectives include exploring physics beyond the Standard Model through the search for novel particles and interactions, testing fundamental symmetries, investigating exotic hadronic states such as di-baryons, pentaquark states and multi-strange hypernuclei, conducting precise measurements of hadron and hypernucleus properties, and probing the phase boundary and critical point of nuclear matter. To facilitate these investigations, we propose the development of a dedicated experimental apparatus at HIAF - the Huizhou Hadron Spectrometer (HHaS). This paper presents the conceptual design of HHaS, comprising a solenoid magnet, a five-dimensional silicon pixel tracker, a Low-Gain Avalanche Detector (LGAD) for time-of-flight measurements, and a Cherenkov-scintillation dual-readout electromagnetic calorimeter. The design anticipates an unprecedented event rate of 1-100 MHz, extensive particle acceptance, a track momentum resolution at 1% level, an electromagnetic energy resolution of ~3% @ 1 GeV and multi-particle identification capabilities. Such capabilities position HHaS as a powerful instrument for advancing experimental studies in particle and nuclear physics. The successful realization of HHaS is expected to significantly bolster the development of medium- and high-energy physics research within China.

hep-ex

Lorentz violation signatures in the low-energy sector of Ho\v{r}ava gravity from black hole shadow observations

In this paper, we use the Ho\v{r}ava gravity model and EHT observations of supermassive black holes (BHs) to investigate signatures of Lorentz violation in real astrophysical environments. The Lorentz violation in the rotating Ho\v{r}ava BH spacetime are confined to the strong gravitational field region, being induced by the BH's rotation. Due to the non-separability of the photon motion equations in this spacetime, we employed a numerical backward ray-tracing method to generate shadow images for various BH parameters. Subsequently, we extracted coordinate positions characterizing the shadow shape from high-pixel images to evaluate the parameter space of the BH. When evaluating M87*, Lorentz violation can occur with arbitrary strength. However, for Sgr A*, we can impose certain parameter constraints on Lorentz violation. These constraints depend on the BH's spin. If future observations confirm Sgr A*'s spin parameter less than 0.81 at maximum inclination, current EHT results would challenge general relativity and support Lorentz violation in low-energy regimes.

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Exploring the spectroscopic features of double-strangeness tetraquark states

Since the discovery of the $T_{cc}$ double-charm tetaquark by the LHCb collaboration, the field of the theoretical research on heavy quarks has advanced rapidly, with increasing interest in exploring the light quark sector. In this study, the quark model is employed to systematically analyze the double-strange tetraquark system. Both the meson-meson configuration and diquark-antidiquark configuration are considered. The interactions between hadron pairs under various quantum numbers, as well as the possibilities of bound states and resonances, are evaluated. The results indicate the presence of two bound states, $ \bar{K}^{\ast }\bar{K}$ and $\bar{K}^{\ast }\bar{K}^{\ast}$, with quantum number $I(J^{P})=0(1^{+})$ in single-channel estimations. Additionally, by considering the channel coupling between the two configurations, a bound state with quantum numbers $I(J^{P})=0(1^{+})$ and a mass of approximately $1310$ MeV is obtained. Moreover, through the application of Resonance Ground Method, a resonance state is identified in the $I(J^{P})=0(1^{+})$ $\ssqq$ system, with an estimated mass of around 1783 MeV and a decay width of approximately 17 MeV.

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A study on the properties of hidden-charm pentaquarks with double strangeness

Motivated by the LHCb observations of $P_c$ and $P_{cs}$ states, we systematically investigate the hidden-charm double-strange pentaquark system ($nssc\bar{c}$) using the resonating group method within the quark delocalization color screening model (QDCSM). By dynamically incorporating channel coupling effects, five resonance states are identified with $J^P = 1/2^-$ and $3/2^-$. Their masses, widths, and dominant decay channels are predicted, providing critical guidance for future experimental searches.

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Prediction of $p\bar{\Omega}$ states and femtoscopic study

Inspired by recent researches on the $p \Omega$ and $p \bar{\Lambda}$ systems, we investigate the $p \bar{\Omega}$ systems within the framework of a quark model. Our results show that the attraction between a nucleon and $\bar{\Omega}$ is slightly stronger than that between a nucleon and $\Omega$, suggesting that the $p \bar{\Omega}$ system is more likely to form bound states. The dynamic calculations indicate that the $p \bar{\Omega}$ systems with both $J^{P}=1^{-}$ and $2^{-}$ can form bound states, with binding energies deeper than those of the $p \Omega$ systems with $J^{P}=2^{+}$. The scattering phase shift and scattering parameter calculations also support the existence of $p \bar{\Omega}$ states. Additionally, we discuss the behavior of the femtoscopic correlation function for the $p \bar{\Omega}$ pairs for the first time. Considering the significant progress in experimental measurements of the correlation function of the $p \Omega$ system, the further study of the $p \bar{\Omega}$ systems using femtoscopic techniques will be a very valuable work.

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Strong decays of singly heavy baryons

More and more excited baryons have been reported experimentally, but many properties are still unclear. This work attempts to simultaneously study the masses and strong decay widths of some singly heavy baryons, in order to provide possible quantum numbers for these states. The chiral quark model and the $^{3}P_{0}$ decay model are employed to calculate the masses and decay widths of $\Lambda_{c(b)}$ and $\Sigma_{c(b)}$ baryons for all quantum numbers with $2S$, $1P$, and $2P$ waves. We considered not only two-body strong decays but also the influence of three-body decays. Our calculations show that: (i) For states with experimentally determined quantum numbers, such as $\Lambda_c(2595)$, $\Lambda_c(2625)$, $\Lambda_b(5912)$ and $\Lambda_b(5920)$, the results are consistent with experimental data and the conclusions of most theoretical studies. (ii) For states whose quantum numbers have not yet been fully determined experimentally, we provide possible interpretations. For example, our calculations tend to interpret $\Lambda_c(2910)$ is interpreted as a $J^P=\frac{3}{2}^-$ state with 1P-wave $\rho$-mode or a $J^P=\frac{1}{2}^-$ state with 2P wave $\lambda$-mode. $\Lambda_c(2940)$ can be interpreted as the $J^P=\frac{3}{2}^-$ state with 2P-wave $\lambda$-mode. For $\Lambda_c(2860)$, we offer a different interpretation, proposing that its mass and width closely match those of a 2P-wave $J^P=\frac{1}{2}^{-}$ state. It is hoped that our calculations can provide valuable information for the experimental and theoretical studies of heavy baryons.

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Search for doubly charmed dibaryons in baryon-baryon scattering

We perform a systematical investigation of the doubly charmed dibaryon system with quantum numbers $IJ=01$, and strangeness numbers $S=0$, $-2$ and $-4$ in the framework of the chiral quark model. Two resonance states with strangeness numbers $S=-2$ is obtained in the $\Lambda\Omega_{cc}$ scattering channel, which are $\Xi_{cc}^{\ast}\Xi$ with resonance mass 5081 MeV and decay width 0.3 MeV, and the $\Xi_{c}\Xi_{c}^{\ast}$ state with the mass 5213 MeV and decay width 19.8 MeV, respectively. These two predicted charmed dibaryon candidates are worth searching for experimentally. Besides, we would like to emphasize that the multi-channel coupling calculation is important to confirm the existence of multiquark states. The coupling can shift the energy of the resonance, give the width to the resonance and even destroy the resonance. Therefore, to provide the necessary information for experiments to search for exotic hadron states, the coupling calculation between the bound channels and open channels is indispensable.

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Search for singly charmed dibaryons in baryon-baryon scattering

We perform a systematical investigation of the singly charmed dibaryon system with strangeness numbers $S=-1$, $-3$ and $-5$ in the framework of the chiral quark model. Two resonance states with strangeness numbers $S=-1$ are obtained in the baryon-baryon scattering process. In the $\Lambda\Lambda_{c}$ scattering phase shifts, the $\Sigma\Sigma_{c}$ appears as a resonance state with the mass and width 3591 MeV and 11.1 MeV, respectively. In the $N\Xi_{c}$ and $N\Xi^{\prime}_{c}$ scattering phase shifts, the $\Sigma\Sigma^{\ast}_{c}$ exhibits as a resonance state with the mass and width 3621-3624 MeV and 14.9 MeV, respectively. All these heavy-flavor dibaryons are worth searching for in experiments. Besides, we would like to emphasize that the coupling calculation between the bound channels and open channels is indispensable. The study of the scattering process maybe an effective way to look for the genuine resonances.

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Investigating the $p$-$\Omega$ Interaction and Correlation Functions

Motivated by experimental measurements, we investigate the $p$-$\Omega$ correlation functions and interactions on the basis of a quark model. By solving the inverse scattering problem with channel coupling, we renormalize the coupling to other channels into an effective single-channel $p$-$\Omega$ potentials. The effects of Coulomb interaction and spin-averaging are also discussed. According to our results, the depletion of the $p$-$\Omega$ correlation functions, which is attributed to the $J^P = 2^+$ bound state not observed in the ALICE Collaboration's measurements [Nature \textbf{588}, 232 (2020)], can be explained by the contribution of the attractive $J^P = 1^+$ component in spin-averaging. So far, we have provided a consistent description of the $p$-$\Omega$ system from the perspective of the quark model, including the energy spectrum, scattering phase shifts, and correlation functions. The existence of the $p$-$\Omega$ bound state has been supported by all three aspects. Additionally, a sign of the $p$-$\Omega$ correlation function's subtle sub-unity part can be seen in experimental measurements, which warrants more precise verification in the future.

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Probing the nature of the anticharmed-strange pentaquark states: mass spectra, decays, and magnetic moments

Within the framework of the quark delocalization color screening model, a systematic investigation of the anticharmed-strange pentaquark system is performed using the resonance group method. The currently estimations predict three bound states with estimated masses to be 2886 MeV, 3039 MeV, and 3153 MeV, respectively. Additionally, three resonance states are identified in various scattering phase shifts processes. Among them, two resonance states $\Sigma D$ and $\Sigma^{\ast}D^{\ast}$ with quantum number $\frac{1}{2}(\frac{1}{2}^{-})$ are detected in channels $ND_{s}^{\ast}$ and $ND$, and $\Sigma D^{\ast}$ and $\Lambda D$, with masses and decay widths of ($M_{R}=3053\sim3055$ MeV, $T_{total}=13.0\sim13.4$ MeV) and ($M_{R}=3389\sim3390$ MeV, $T_{total}=10.4$ MeV), respectively. In the $\Lambda D^{\ast}$ and $\Sigma D^{\ast}$ channels, a resonance state with quantum number $\frac{1}{2}(\frac{3}{2}^{-})$ is discovered, with its mass and decay width being $3250\sim3252$ MeV and 4.4 MeV, respectively. These predicted pentaquark states have $\bar{c}snnn$ quark compositions, allowing them to be recognized as genuine pentaquark states. To validate these predictions, it is expected that upcoming experiments will further explore the predicted resonance and bound states in these possible decay channels.

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Investigating $\Xi$ resonances from pentaquark perspective

We have investigated the $qss\bar{q}q$ ($q = u$ or $d$) system to find possible pentaquark explanations for the $\Xi$ resonances. The bound state calculation is carried out within the framework of the quark delocalization color screening model. The scattering processes are also studied to examine the possible resonance states. The current results indicate that the $\Xi(1950)$ can be interpreted as $\Lambda \bar{K}^*$ state with $J^P = 1/2^-$. Three states are identified that match the $\Xi(2250)$, which are $\Sigma^* \bar{K}^*$ state with $J^P = 3/2^-$, $\Sigma^* \bar{K}^*$ state with $J^P =5/2^-$, and $\Xi^* \rho$ state with $J^P =5/2^-$. This may explain the conflicting experimental values for the width of the $\Xi(2250)$. A new $\Xi$ resonance is predicted, whose mass and width are 2066--2079 MeV and 186--189 MeV, respectively. These results contribute to understanding the nature of the $\Xi$ resonances and to the future search for new $\Xi$ resonances. Moreover, it is meaningful to further investigate the $\Xi$ resonances from an unquenched picture on the basis of pentaquark investigation.

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