Scalar-tensor theories, trace anomalies and the QCD-frame

Details Scalar-tensor theories, trace anomalies and the QCD-frame Scalar-tensor theories, trace anomalies and the QCD-frame

2012-02-09

arxiv.org/abs/1202.2105v1

Physics

High Energy Physics

High Energy Physics - Theory

8 pages

Scientific paper

We consider the quantum effects of matter fields in scalar-tensor theories and clarify the role of trace anomaly when switching between conformally related `frames'. We exploit the property that the couplings between the scalar and the gauge fields are not frame-invariant and define a `QCD-frame', where the scalar is not coupled to the gluons. This frame generalizes the `Jordan frame' in the case of non-metric theories and is particularly convenient for gravitational phenomenology. Test bodies have trajectories that are as close as possible to geodesics with respect to such a metric and equivalence principle violations are directly proportional to the scalar coupling parameters written in this frame. We show how RG flow and decoupling work in metric and non-metric theories. RG-running commutes with the operation of switching between frames at different scales. When only matter loops are considered, our analysis confirms that metricity is stable under radiative corrections and shows that approximate metricity is natural in a technical sense.

Affiliated with

Also associated with

No associations

Rating

Scalar-tensor theories, trace anomalies and the QCD-frame does not yet have a rating. At this time, there are no reviews or comments for this scientific paper.

If you have personal experience with Scalar-tensor theories, trace anomalies and the QCD-frame, we encourage you to share that experience with our LandOfFree.com community. Your opinion is very important and Scalar-tensor theories, trace anomalies and the QCD-frame will most certainly appreciate the feedback.

Rate now

Comments { 0 }

Profile ID: LFWR-SCP-O-273606