Conformal Supersymmetry Breaking in Vector-like Gauge Theories

TL;DR

This paper introduces a new class of models for dynamical supersymmetry breaking using SU(N_C) gauge theories, where conformal field theory techniques stabilize runaway potentials through quantum corrections.

Contribution

It proposes a novel approach to supersymmetry breaking models by embedding them into conformal field theories to control quantum corrections.

Findings

Runaway superpotential behavior is stabilized by conformal dynamics.

Quantum corrections to the Kahler potential are large but manageable.

Models demonstrate controlled supersymmetry breaking mechanisms.

Abstract

A new class of models of dynamical supersymmetry breaking is proposed. The models are based on SU(N_C) gauge theories with N_F(<N_C) flavors of quarks and singlets. Dynamically generated superpotential exibits runaway behavior. By embedding the models into conformal field theories at high energies, the runaway potential is stabilized by strong quantum corrections to the Kahler potential. The quantum corrections are large but nevertheless can be controlled due to superconformal symmetry of the theories.