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Reza Moazzemi

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One-Loop Quantum Correction to the Kink Mass in a Lorentz-Violating Scalar Field Theory

We study the radiative correction to the mass of the $(1+1)$-dimensional $\lambda\phi^4$ kink in the presence of an irreducible, spacelike Lorentz-violating interaction. The Lorentz-violating operator is chosen as $-\frac12 c\phi^2(u\!\cdot\!\partial\phi)^2$ with $u^\mu=(0,1)$, which is the lowest-order single-scalar operator considered in this class of models that produces effects that cannot be removed by a linear redefinition of coordinates or the field. We perform the one-loop renormalization of the underlying quantum field theory. In contrast with Lorentz-invariant $\lambda\phi^4$ theory in two dimensions, the Lorentz-violating theory requires, at this order, both a modified mass counterterm and a nonzero field-strength counterterm. The corrected stability problem contains modified bound and continuum modes, while the continuum phase shift remains unchanged at $O(c)$ with the boundary-condition prescription adopted here. Finally, using the vacuum-subtracted zero-point energy and the counterterm Hamiltonian, we obtain the one-loop kink mass through first order in $c$. We give the finite coefficient in the subtraction prescription implemented in the accompanying thesis calculation, for which the Lorentz-violating contribution is numerically negative.

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Effects of quantum geometric phase of a particle in an oscillating hard-wall spherical trap

We obtain the geometric phase for states of a particle in a spherical infinite potential well with a moving wall in two different cases; First, when the radius of the well increases (or decreases) monotonically. Second, when the radius changes oscillatory. In the latter case, we have solved the Schrodinger equation and found its solutions approximately. {We obtain the transition rate for the possible real situation in an acousto-optic case which can reveal the effect of the geometric phase. We show that the absorption or radiation peaks will appear if the energy gap between the incident photon and the modified energy difference of two levels by the geometric phase, is equal to the integer multiple of oscillation frequency.

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Kink properties in Lorentz-violating scalar field theory

We consider topological defects for the $λϕ^4$ theory in (1+1) dimensions with a Lorentz-violating background. It has been shown, by M. Barreto et al. (2006) \cite{barreto2006defect}, one cannot have original effects in (the leading order of) single scalar field model. Here, we introduce a new Lorentz-violating term, next to leading order which cannot be absorbed by any redefinition of the scalar field or coordinates. Our term is the lowest order term which leads to concrete effects on the kink properties. We calculate the corrections to the kink shape and the corresponding mass. Quantization of the kink is performed and the revised modes are obtained. We find the bound and continuum states are affected due to this Lorentz symmetry violation.

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Confronting $γ$-rays from singlet fermionic cold dark matter with the H.E.S.S. data

We explore the whole parameter space of the singlet fermionic cold dark matter model with respect to constraints on, first, the relic density and second, gamma-ray lines up to 10 TeV. We investigate 44000 random sample models which comprehensively scan the parameter space for dark matter mass below 10 TeV, and compare our results with the latest experimental data from H.E.S.S., for the first time. It is showed that, except for the resonance regions, this indirect detection cannot exclude the parameter space of this model.

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Coordinate space representation for renormalization of quantum electrodynamics

$ $In this paper we present a systematic treatment for fundamental renormalization of quantum electrodynamics in real space. Although the standard renormalization is an old school problem in this case, it has not yet been completely done in position space. The most important difference with well-known differential renormalization is that we do the whole procedure in coordinate space without need to transformation to momentum space. Specially, we directly derive the conterterms in real space. This problem becomes important when the translational symmetry of the system breaks somehow explicitly (for example by nontrivial boundary condition (BC) on the fields). In this case, one is not able to move to momentum space by a simple Fourier transformation. Therefore, in the context of renormalized perturbation theory, by imposing the renormalization conditions, counterterms in coordinate space will depend directly on the fields BCs (or background topology). Trivial BC or trivial background lead to the usual standard conterterms. If the counterterms modify then the quantum corrections of any physical quantity are different from those in free space where we have the translational invariance. We also show that, up to order $α$, our counterterms are reduced to usual standard terms derived in free space.

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NLO radiative correction to the Casimir energy in Lorentz-violating scalar field theory

Violation of the Lorentz symmetry has important effects on physical quantities including field propagators. Therefore, in addition to the leading order, the sub-leading order of quantities may be modified. In this paper, we calculate the next to leading (NLO) radiative corrections to the Casimir energy in the presence of two perfectly conducting parallel plates for $ϕ^4$ theory with a Lorentz-breaking extension. We do the renormalization and investigate these NLO corrections for three distinct directions of the Lorentz violation; temporal direction, parallel and perpendicular to the plates.

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Lifshitz Formula Using Box Renormalization (In Persian)

In this paper the Lifshitz formula for the Casimir energy between two dielectrics in zero temperature is derived using box renormalization. Although there are several derivations for the force in this case in the literature, including Lifshitz's own proof, so far there has been no unambiguous and rigorous derivation for energy that we are aware of. Since the energy becomes important in some cases, e.g. calculation of entropy or heat capacity, using the correct and precise definition of the Casimir energy, for the first time, we remove all of the infinities systematically without any ambiguity. This proof also shows the strength and accuracy of the box renormalization scheme.

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On the difference of time-integrated $CP$ asymmetries in $D^0\rightarrow K^+K^-$ and $D^0\rightarrowπ^+π^-$ decays: unparticle physics contribution

The LHCb Collaboration has recently measured the difference of time-integrated $CP$ asymmetry in $D^{0}\rightarrow K^{+}K^{-}$ and $D^{0}\rightarrow π^{+}π^{-}$ decays, more precisely. The reported value is $ ΔA_{CP}=-0.10 \pm 0.08 (\text{stat}) \pm 0.03 (\text{syst})\% $ which indicates no evidence for $CP$ violation. We consider the possible unparticle physics contribution in this quantity and by using the LCHb data try to constrain the parameter space of unparticle stuff.

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Analyzing of singlet fermionic dark matter via the updated direct detection data

We revisit the parameter space of singlet fermionic cold dark matter model in order to determine the role of the mixing angle between the standard model Higgs and new singlet one. Furthermore, we restudy the direct detection constraints with the updated and new experimental data. As an important conclusion, this model is completely excluded by recent XENON100, PandaX II and LUX data.

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Constraining unparticle physics from $CP$ violation in Cabibbo-favored decays of D mesons

According to the standard model, the Cabibbo-favored (CF) decays are $CP$ conserve at tree level. Observation of any finite $CP$ asymmetry can be received as a signal of new physics. In CF charm meson decays, $ D^0 \rightarrow K^- π^+ $ and $ D^+ \rightarrow K_s^0 π^+ $, the following experimental values for their $CP$ asymmetry are reported, respectively: ($0.3 \pm 0.7$) % and ($-0.41 \pm 0.09$) %. The value of the later can be attributed to the mixing of $ K^0 $ and $ \overline{K^0} $, however, its contribution is about ($-0.332 \pm 0.006 $) %. In this paper, we use these experimental results to constrain the unparticle stuff as a new physics which may contribute to these $CP$ asymmetries.

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One-Loop Radiative Corrections to the QED Casimir Energy

In this paper, we investigate one-loop radiative corrections to the Casimir energy in the presence of two perfectly conducting parallel plates for QED theory within the renormalized perturbation theory. In fact, there are three contributions for radiative corrections to the Casimir energy, up to order $α$. Only the two-loop diagram, which is of order $α$, has been computed by Bordag et. al (1985), approximately. Here, up to this order, we consider corrections due to two one-loop terms, i.e., photonic and fermionic loop corrections resulting from renormalized QED Lagrangian, more precisely. Our results show that only the fermionic loop has a very minor correction and the correction of photonic loop vanishes.

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A new parameter space study of the singlet fermionic cold dark matter model

We consider the standard model (SM) extended by a gauge singlet fermion as cold dark matter (SFCDM) and a gauge singlet scalar (singlet Higgs) as a mediator. The parameter space of the SM is enlarged by seven new ones. We obtain the total annihilation cross section of singlet fermions to the SM particles and singlet Higgs at tree level. Regarding the relic abundance constraint obtained by WMAP observations, we study the dependency on each parameter separately, for dark matter masses up to 1 TeV. In particular, the coupling of SFCDM to singlet Higgs $g_s$, the SFCDM mass $m_ψ$, the second Higgs mass $m_{h_2}$, and the Higgs bosons mixing angel $θ$ are investigated accurately. Three other parameters play no significant role. For a maximal mixing of Higgs bosons or at resonances, $g_s$ is applicable for the perturbation theory at tree level. We also obtain the scattering cross section of SFCDM off nucleons and compare our results with experiments which have already reported data in this mass range; XENON100, LUX, COUPP and PICASSO collaborations. Our results show that the SFCDM is excluded by these experiments for choosing parameters which are consistent with perturbation theory and relic abundance constraints.

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Annihilation of singlet fermionic dark matter into two photons

We consider an extension of the standard model in which a singlet fermionic particle, to serve as cold dark matter, and a singlet Higgs are added. We perform a reanalysis on the free parameters. In particular, demanding a correct relic abundance of dark matter, we derive and plot the coupling of the singlet fermion with the singlet Higgs, $g_s$, versus the dark matter mass. We analytically compute the pair annihilation cross section of singlet fermionic dark matter into two photons. The thermally averaged of this cross section is calculated for wide range of energies and plotted versus dark matter mass using $g_s$ consistent with the relic abundance condition. We also compare our results with the Fermi-Lat observations.

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Radiative corrections to the mass of the Kink: a small modification due to the different renormalization procedure

We compute of the lowest order quantum radiative correction to the mass of the kink in $ϕ^4$ theory in 1+1 dimensions using an alternative renormalization procedure which has been introduced earlier. We use the standard mode number cutoff in conjunction with the above program. Our results show a small correction to the previously reported values.[The paper has been withdraw by the authors because a new version is been written to better emphasize on renormalization in problems with nontrivial background. The new version has been submitted by our new co-author (arXiv:1205.2775).]

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A Renormalized perturbation theory for problems with nontrivial boundary conditions or backgrounds in two space-time dimensions

In this paper we discuss the effects of nontrivial boundary conditions or backgrounds, including non-perturbative ones, on the renormalization program for systems in two dimensions. Here we present an alternative renormalization procedure such that these non-perturbative conditions can be taken into account in a self-contained and, we believe, self-consistent manner. These conditions have profound effects on the properties of the system, in particular all of its $n$-point functions. To be concrete, we investigate these effects in the $λϕ^4$ model in two dimensions and show that the mass counterterms turn out to be proportional to the Green's functions which have nontrivial position dependence in these cases. We then compute the difference between the mass counterterms in the presence and absence of these conditions. We find that in the case of nontrivial boundary conditions this difference is minimum between the boundaries and infinite on them. The minimum approaches zero when the boundaries go to infinity. In the case of nontrivial backgrounds, we consider the kink background and show that the difference is again small and localized around the kink.

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A Direct Approach to the Electromagnetic Casimir Energy in a Rectangular Waveguide

In this paper we compute the leading order Casimir energy for the electromagnetic field (EM) in an open ended perfectly conducting rectangular waveguide in three spatial dimensions by a direct approach. For this purpose we first obtain the second quantized expression for the EM field with boundary conditions which would be appropriate for a waveguide. We then obtain the Casimir energy by two different procedures. Our main approach does not contain any analytic continuation techniques. The second approach involves the routine zeta function regularization along with some analytic continuation techniques. Our two approaches yield identical results. This energy has been calculated previously for the EM field in a rectangular waveguide using an indirect approach invoking analogies between EM fields and massless scalar fields, and using complicated analytic continuation techniques, and the results are identical to ours. We have also calculated the pressures on different sides and the total Casimir energy per unit length, and plotted these quantities as a function of the cross-sectional dimensions of the waveguide. We also present a physical discussion about the rather peculiar effect of the change in the sign of the pressures as a function of the shape of the cross-sectional area.

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A new renormalization approach to the Dirichlet Casimir effect for ϕ^4 theory in (1+1) dimensions

The next to the leading order Casimir effect for a real scalar field, within $ϕ^4$ theory, confined between two parallel plates is calculated in one spatial dimension. Here we use the Green's function with the Dirichlet boundary condition on both walls. In this paper we introduce a systematic perturbation expansion in which the counterterms automatically turn out to be consistent with the boundary conditions. This will inevitably lead to nontrivial position dependence for physical quantities, as a manifestation of the breaking of the translational invariance. This is in contrast to the usual usage of the counterterms, in problems with nontrivial boundary conditions, which are either completely derived from the free cases or at most supplemented with the addition of counterterms only at the boundaries. We obtain \emph{finite} results for the massive and massless cases, in sharp contrast to some of the other reported results. Secondly, and probably less importantly, we use a supplementary renormalization procedure in addition to the usual regularization and renormalization programs, which makes the usage of any analytic continuation techniques unnecessary.

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The Dirichlet Casimir effect for $ϕ^4$ theory in (3+1) dimensions: A new renormalization approach

We calculate the next to the leading order Casimir effect for a real scalar field, within $ϕ^4$ theory, confined between two parallel plates in three spatial dimensions with the Dirichlet boundary condition. In this paper we introduce a systematic perturbation expansion in which the counterterms automatically turn out to be consistent with the boundary conditions. This will inevitably lead to nontrivial position dependence for physical quantities, as a manifestation of the breaking of the translational invariance. This is in contrast to the usual usage of the counterterms in problems with nontrivial boundary conditions, which are either completely derived from the free cases or at most supplemented with the addition of counterterms only at the boundaries. Our results for the massive and massless cases are different from those reported elsewhere. Secondly, and probably less importantly, we use a supplementary renormalization procedure, which makes the usage of any analytic continuation techniques unnecessary.

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