Review of predictions of hard probes in $p+$Pb collisions at $\sqrt{s_{NN}} = 5.02$ and 8.16 TeV and comparison with data

TL;DR

This paper reviews theoretical predictions for hard probe production in proton-lead collisions at LHC energies and compares them with experimental data, highlighting the state of understanding of cold nuclear matter effects.

Contribution

It compiles and reviews predictions for hard probes in $p+$Pb collisions at 5.02 and 8.16 TeV, comparing them with available experimental data.

Findings

Predictions generally agree with data within uncertainties.

Cold nuclear matter effects are significant in hard probe production.

The review identifies areas needing further theoretical refinement.

Abstract

Predictions have been compiled for the $p+$Pb LHC runs, focusing on production of hard probes in cold nuclear matter. These predictions were first made for the $\sqrt{s_{_{NN}}} = 5.02$ TeV $p+$Pb run and were later compared to the available data. A similar set of predictions were published for the 8.16~TeV $p+$Pb run. A selection of the predictions are reviewed here.