Advanced Quantum Chromodynamics

Advanced Quantum Chromodynamics (QCD) is the branch of physics that studies the strong force, which binds quarks together inside protons and neutrons. It describes how gluons act as force carriers, mediating interactions between quarks through a complex, highly dynamic field. QCD is essential for understanding the behavior of matter at the smallest scales and explains phenomena like confinement (quarks never appearing alone) and the formation of particles. Advanced QCD involves complex mathematical techniques to analyze these interactions at high energies, helping scientists predict outcomes in particle collisions and deepen our understanding of the universe's fundamental structure.