Analyzing PDF Uncertainties of Doubly Charged Higgs Boson Backgrounds
Session Number
Project ID: PHYS 27
Advisor(s)
Dr. Peter J. Dong, Illinois Mathematics and Science Academy
Discipline
Physical Science
Start Date
17-4-2024 8:55 AM
End Date
17-4-2024 9:10 AM
Abstract
Parton distribution functions (PDFs) inform the behavior of particle interactions, but since they are experimentally determined, understanding their impact on simulation is crucial to take into account. In this experiment, we focus on how PDFs impact the background estimates of particle simulations. We analyzed 100 different PDF weight sets on the background involved in doubly charged Higgs interactions, such as ZZ decay and Drell-Yan. By adjusting the weights of the same-sign lepton mass histograms, we can better understand the impact of PDF uncertainties, enhancing the precision of simulated backgrounds and boosting sensitivity in searches for the doubly charged Higgs boson. This relationship underscores the importance of merging theoretical frameworks with innovative analysis techniques for advancing particle physics research.
Analyzing PDF Uncertainties of Doubly Charged Higgs Boson Backgrounds
Parton distribution functions (PDFs) inform the behavior of particle interactions, but since they are experimentally determined, understanding their impact on simulation is crucial to take into account. In this experiment, we focus on how PDFs impact the background estimates of particle simulations. We analyzed 100 different PDF weight sets on the background involved in doubly charged Higgs interactions, such as ZZ decay and Drell-Yan. By adjusting the weights of the same-sign lepton mass histograms, we can better understand the impact of PDF uncertainties, enhancing the precision of simulated backgrounds and boosting sensitivity in searches for the doubly charged Higgs boson. This relationship underscores the importance of merging theoretical frameworks with innovative analysis techniques for advancing particle physics research.