Application of Symmetry in Quantum Field Theory

Dear Colleagues,

The fundamental theory of strong interactions, i.e., Quantum Chromodynamics (QCDs), is described in the framework of quantum field theory, which is founded on symmetries like Lorentz symmetry and gauge symmetry. The applications of various symmetries, and their breaking, play key roles in understanding various aspects of particle and nuclear physics, e.g., the hadron spectrum, various effective field theories of strong interaction, dynamic chiral symmetry breaking and color confinement of QCD, color superconductivity, and various phases and phase transitions in nuclear matter and quark matter. These topics are quite important in understanding the fundamental properties of strong interaction, elementary particles, matter in extreme conditions, the early universe, and compact stars, etc. This Special Issue aims to gather original and significant contributions in these topics. Theoretical, experimental, and computational works on these topics are all welcome. This Special Issue serves as a platform for scientists in these fields to exchange ideas and improve the understanding of these topics.

Dr. Huan Chen
Dr. Wei Dai
Guest Editors

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