Developments in the evaluation of m_c dependent matrix elements in B -> Xs gamma at NNLO

TL;DR

This paper discusses recent progress in calculating charm quark mass effects on matrix elements for the B -> Xs gamma decay at NNLO, crucial for precise theoretical predictions.

Contribution

It provides an overview of recent developments in computing charm mass dependent matrix elements at NNLO for B -> Xs gamma decay.

Findings

Progress in NNLO calculations of charm mass effects

Current status of matrix element evaluations

Implications for precise decay rate predictions

Abstract

The full prediction of the inclusive radiative B -> Xs gamma decay rate at NNLO requires a complete evaluation of missing charm quark mass dependent matrix elements. Recent developments in the on-going computations are reported and the current status is briefly overviewed.