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Direct solution of the hard Pomeron problem for arbitrary conformal weight
r­ Abstract I A new method is applied to solve the Baxter equation fortheQne;~din;tensi'Ol'tl" oLa set or:rtI(8e~ed gluons exchanged in the high energy limit of the QeD amp~tuaes:'TIie- tel:hniqueo~&.mQ le insight into the old calculation of the intercept of the hard 'Po,mer0ll. and provides ~w results in the odderon channel. -- - ~, '
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Green's functions in non-hermitian random matrix models☆
Abstract We review some recent techniques for dealing with non-hermitian random matrix models based on generalized Green's functions. We introduce the diagrammatic methods in the hermitian case and generalize them to the non-hermitian case. The results are illustrated in terms of the eigenvalue distribution, eigenvector statistics and addition laws.
118709171
Janus black holes
In this paper Janus black holes in A dS3 are considered. These are static solutions of an Einstein-scalar system with broken translation symmetry along the horizon. These solutions are dual to interface conformal field theories at finite temperature. An approximate solution is first constructed using perturbation theory around a planar BTZ blackhole. Numerical and exact solutions valid for all sets of parameters are then found and compared. Using the exact solution the thermodynamics of the system is analyzed. The entropy associated with the Janus black hole is calculated and it is found that the entropy of the black Janus is the sum of the undeformed black hole entropy and the entanglement entropy associated with the defect.
119063881
New Results on the Odderon in QCD
We present our recent results on the odderon intercept in perturbative QCD, obtained through the solution of the Baxter equation and investigation of the spectrum of the relevant constant of motion.
123645613
Chiral Disorder and the QCD Dirac Spectrum
Using the Cell-Mann-Oakes-Renner (COR) relation together with semi-classical argu­ ments, we show that the bulk quark spectrum in QCD exhibits a variety of regimes includ­ ing the ergodic one described by random matrix theory. We suggest that a class of chiral transitions in QCD is of the metal-insulator type, universal spectral statistics at the critical point.
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The decay of quantum D-branes
Abstract We study the quantum decay of D0-branes in two-dimensional 0B string theory. The quantum nature of the branes provides a natural cut-off for the closed string emission rate. We find exact quantum mechanical wave functions for the decaying branes and show how one can include the effects of the Fermi sea for any string coupling (Fermi energy).
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Time Projection Chambers with C-pads for heavy ion tracking
Time Projection Chambers with C-pads and integrated delay line readout were developed as position sensitive detectors for the Fragment separator at GSI Darmstadt. The main advantages of TPCs are a small amount of matter in the sensitive volume, high spatial resolution, and high tracking efficiency. Working parameters in experimental conditions are presented. Internal spatial resolutions of σ x = 88 μ m and σ y = 38 μ m were achieved. The tracking efficiency dependence on ion beam intensity was studied with 238 U beam at 1  GeV/ u energy. Efficiency of more than 99% was achieved up to 40 kHz and over 90% for 250 kHz 238 U beam intensity. Different kinds of ions from proton to uranium were measured in many experiments and confirmed the result obtained.
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How to use electrodeless drift chambers in experiments at accelerators
Several types of wide-gap electrodeless drift chambers, including those with dimensions 1×1 m2, have been tested at accelerator beams. The chambers work with high efficiency (>99%), good spatial resolution (σ = 0.2−0.4 mm) and good linearity at flux rates up to 2×105 particles−1 per wire in spill, which corresponds to 3×106 particles/s m2 on colliders. 
 
It is shown that at the proper mode of operation beam intensity oscillations within the range of up to 4×105 particles/spill per wire do not affect the chamber efficiency.
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GEM-TPC TRACKERS FOR THE SUPER-FRS AT FAIR
For the slow extraction part of the beam diagnostics system of the Superconducting Projectile Fragment Separator (Super-FRS) of FAIR-facility a total of 32 detectors are needed. They will be used for beam monitoring, tracking and characterization of the produced ions. GEM-TPC detectors can perform over wide dynamic range without disturbing the beam and are thus suitable for this kind of in-beam detection. We present the simulations and first measurements with the GEMs of the Super-FRS GEM-TPC prototype.
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Low-pressure drift chamber with a built-in scintillator
Abstract A low-pressure drift chamber with a built-in scintillator has been developed. Pulse height characteristics and the velocity of electrons, drifting in various electric fields in isobutane, have been measured. A standard deviation of the coordinate determined by measuring the drift time of the electrons has been found to be around 100 μm for a 20 mm drift length at 50 Torr of isobutane. A standard deviation of the second coordinate measured by a delay line is better than 100 μm. The work was performed at the High Energy Laboratory, JINR.
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One-neutron removal measurement reveals 24O as a new doubly magic nucleus.
The first measurement of the momentum distribution for one-neutron removal from (24)O at 920A MeV performed at GSI, Darmstadt is reported. The observed distribution has a width (FWHM) of 99 +/- 4 MeV/c in the projectile rest frame and a one-neutron removal cross section of 63 +/- 7 mb. The results are well explained with a nearly pure 2s_{1/2} neutron spectroscopic factor of 1.74 +/- 0.19 within the eikonal model. This large s-wave probability shows a spherical shell closure thereby confirming earlier suggestions that (24)O is a new doubly magic nucleus.