Lattice QCD

Lattice QCD (Quantum Chromodynamics) is a method used in theoretical physics to study the strong force, which binds quarks and gluons into protons, neutrons, and other particles. By placing spacetime on a discrete grid, or lattice, researchers can simulate the behavior of these fundamental particles using powerful computers. This approach helps scientists calculate properties of hadrons (particles made of quarks) and understand phenomena that are difficult to study experimentally. Lattice QCD provides crucial insights into the strong interactions that govern the behavior of matter at the smallest scales.