Gauge Mediation

Gauge mediation is a theoretical framework in particle physics that explains how unseen particles called "supersymmetric partners" receive their masses. It suggests that these particles obtain their properties through interactions with known particles in the Standard Model, mediated by force-carrying particles called gauge bosons (like photons). This mechanism helps keep the new particles' properties consistent with experimental observations, making it a compelling way to incorporate supersymmetry into our understanding of fundamental physics without conflicting with existing data.