The Glorious Days of Physics - Renormalization of Gauge theories
Gerard 't Hooft
TL;DR
This paper recounts the historical development and challenges faced during the formulation of gauge theories and their renormalization, leading to the successful establishment of the Standard Model.
Contribution
It provides a personal historical perspective on the key theoretical advances in gauge theory renormalization before the Standard Model's acceptance.
Findings
Historical insights into gauge theory development
Understanding of renormalization challenges in gauge theories
Context for the Standard Model's emergence
Abstract
This is an account of the author's recollections of the turbulent days preceding the establishment of the Standard Model as an accurate description of all known elementary particles and forces.
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TopicsRelativity and Gravitational Theory