Constraints on the coupling constants of σ − and ω − mesons to ∆-isobars
The effects of the presence of ∆-isobars in nuclear matter are studied in the framework of relativistic mean-field theory. The existence of stable nuclei at saturation density imposes constraints on the coupling constants of the σand ω-meson with ∆-isobars. The range of possible values for the scalar and vector coupling constants of ∆-isobars with respect to the nucleon coupling is investigated and compared to recent predictions of QCD sum rule calculations.
The Relativistic Nuclear Many Body Problem
These lectures are based on a book “THE RELATIVISTIC NUCLEAR MANY-BODY PROBLEM” written with Brian Serot which will appear as volume 16 of the series Advances in Nuclear Physics edited by J. W. Negele and E. Vogt [R1]. I am distributing copies of the table of contents.
Mathematical Time and Physical Time in the Theory Of Relativity
In the Theory of Relativity time is an imaginary quantity that can not be observed; it is a multiplication of a number that indicates duration of material change and number i that is an imaginary number. i on the square is -1. Time i⁄t is a mathematical time that describes the speed and the duration of material change. In the Universe one can observe physical time only as a stream of material change. It is not that change run in physical time, change itself is physical time.. Distinction between imaginary mathematical time and visible physical time opens some new perspectives into interpretation of Theory of Relativity. c