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Author Aristizabal Sierra, D.; De Romeri, V.; Ternes, C.A.
Title Reactor neutrino background in next-generation dark matter detectors Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Physical Review D Abbreviated Journal Phys. Rev. D
Volume 109 Issue 11 Pages (down) 115026 - 7pp
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Abstract Third -generation dark matter detectors will be fully sensitive to the 8 B solar neutrino flux. Because of this, the characterization of such a background has been the subject of extensive analyses over the last few years. In contrast, little is known about the impact of reactor neutrinos. In this paper, we report on the implications of such a flux for dark matter direct -detection searches. We consider five potential detector deployment sites envisioned by the recently established XLZD Consortium: SURF, SNOLAB, Kamioka, LNGS, and Boulby. By using public reactor data, we construct five reactor clusters -involving about 100 currently operating commercial nuclear reactors each -and determine the net neutrino flux at each detector site. Assuming a xenon -based detector and a 50 ton -year exposure, we show that in all cases the neutrino event rate may be sizable, depending on energy recoil thresholds. Of all possible detector sites, SURF and LNGS are those with the smallest reactor neutrino background. On the contrary, SNOLAB and Boulby are subject to the strongest reactor neutrino fluxes, with Kamioka being subject to a more moderate background. Our findings demonstrate that reactor neutrino fluxes should be taken into account in the next round of dark matter searches. We argue that this background may be particularly relevant for directional detectors, provided they meet the requirements we have employed in this analysis.
Address [Sierra, D. Aristizabal] Univ Tecn Federico Santa Maria, Dept Fis, Casilla 110 V,Ave Espana 1680, Valparaiso, Chile, Email: daristizabal@uliege.be;
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Publisher Amer Physical Soc Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2470-0010 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001255433200010 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6167
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Author Beltran, R.; Günther, J.; Hirsch, M.; Titov, A.; Wang, Z.S.
Title Heavy neutral leptons from kaons in effective field theory Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Physical Review D Abbreviated Journal Phys. Rev. D
Volume 109 Issue 11 Pages (down) 115014 - 19pp
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Abstract In the framework of the low -energy effective theory containing, in addition to the Standard -Model fields, heavy neutral leptons (HNLs), we compute the decay rates of neutral and charged kaons into HNLs. We consider both lepton -number -conserving and lepton -number -violating four-fermion operators, taking into account also the contribution of active -heavy neutrino mixing. Assuming that the produced HNLs are longlived, we perform simulations and calculate the sensitivities of future long -lived -particle (LLP) detectors at the high -luminosity LHC as well as the near detector of the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE -ND) to the considered scenario. When applicable, we also recast the existing bounds on the minimal mixing case obtained by NA62, T2K, and PS191. Our findings show that, while the future LHC LLP detectors can probe currently allowed parameter space only in certain benchmark scenarios, DUNE -ND should be sensitive to parameter space beyond the current bounds in almost all the benchmark scenarios, and, for some of the effective operators considered, it can even probe new -physics scales in excess of 3000 TeV.
Address [Beltran, Rebeca; Hirsch, Martin] Univ Valencia, CSIC, AHEP Grp, Inst Fis Corpuscular, Apartado 22085, E-46071 Valencia, Spain, Email: rebeca.beltran@ific.uv.es;
Corporate Author Thesis
Publisher Amer Physical Soc Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2470-0010 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001250419300003 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6165
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Author Centelles Chulia, S.; Miranda, O.G.; Valle, J.W.F.
Title Leptonic neutral-current probes in a short-distance DUNE-like setup Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Physical Review D Abbreviated Journal Phys. Rev. D
Volume 109 Issue 11 Pages (down) 115007 - 12pp
Keywords
Abstract Precision measurements of neutrino -electron scattering may provide a viable way to test the nonminimal form of the charged and neutral current weak interactions within a hypothetical near -detector setup for the Deep Underground Neutrino Experiment (DUNE). Although low -statistics, these processes are clean and provide information complementing the results derived from oscillation studies. They could shed light on the scale of neutrino mass generation in low -scale seesaw schemes.
Address [Chulia, Salvador Centelles] Max Planck Inst Kernphys, Saupfercheckweg 1, D-69117 Heidelberg, Germany, Email: chulia@mpi-hd.mpg.de;
Corporate Author Thesis
Publisher Amer Physical Soc Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2470-0010 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001243878300001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6146
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Author Martin-Luna, P.; Esperante, D.; Prieto, A.F.; Fuster-Martinez, N.; Rivas, I.G.; Gimeno, B.; Ginestar, D.; Gonzalez-Iglesias, D.; Hueso, J.L.; Llosa, G.; Martinez-Reviriego, P.; Meneses-Felipe, A.; Riera, J.; Regueiro, P.V.; Hueso-Gonzalez, F.
Title Simulation of electron transport and secondary emission in a photomultiplier tube and validation Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Sensors and Actuators A-Physical Abbreviated Journal Sens. Actuator A-Phys.
Volume 365 Issue Pages (down) 114859 - 10pp
Keywords Photomultiplier tube; Photodetector; Proton therapy; Monte Carlo simulation; Measurement
Abstract The electron amplification and transport within a photomultiplier tube (PMT) has been investigated by developing an in-house Monte Carlo simulation code. The secondary electron emission in the dynodes is implemented via an effective electron model and the Modified Vaughan's model, whereas the transport is computed with the Boris leapfrog algorithm. The PMT gain, rise time and transit time have been studied as a function of supply voltage and external magnetostatic field. A good agreement with experimental measurements using a Hamamatsu R13408-100 PMT was obtained. The simulations have been conducted following different treatments of the underlying geometry: three-dimensional, two-dimensional and intermediate (2.5D). The validity of these approaches is compared. The developed framework will help in understanding the behavior of PMTs under highly intense and irregular illumination or varying external magnetic fields, as in the case of prompt gamma-ray measurements during pencil-beam proton therapy; and aid in optimizing the design of voltage dividers with behavioral circuit models.
Address [Martin-Luna, Pablo; Esperante, Daniel; Fuster-Martinez, Nuria; Gimeno, Benito; Gonzalez-Iglesias, Daniel; Llosa, Gabriela; Martinez-Reviriego, Pablo; Meneses-Felipe, Alba; Hueso-Gonzalez, Fernando] CSIC UV, Inst Fis Corpuscular IFIC, C Catedrat Jose Beltran 2, Paterna 46980, Spain, Email: pablo.martin@uv.es
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Publisher Elsevier Science Sa Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0924-4247 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001131902700001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration no
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 5876
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Author Rinaldi, M.; Vento, V.
Title Hybrid spectroscopy within the graviton soft-wall model Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Physical Review D Abbreviated Journal Phys. Rev. D
Volume 109 Issue 11 Pages (down) 114030 - 13pp
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Abstract In this analysis, the so-called holographic graviton soft-wall (GSW) model, first developed to investigate the glueball spectrum, has been adopted to predict the masses of hybrids with different quantum numbers. Results have been compared with other models and lattice calculations. We have extended the GSW model by introducing two modifications based on anomalous dimensions in order to improve our agreement with other calculations and to remove the initial degeneracy not accounted for by lattice predictions. These modifications do not involve new parameters. The next step has been to identify which of our calculated states agree with the PDG data, leading to experimental hybrids. The procedure has been extended to include hybrids made of heavy quarks by incorporating the quark masses into the model.
Address [Rinaldi, Matteo] Ist Nazl Fis Nucl, Sez Perugia, Via A Pascoli, Perugia, Italy, Email: matteo.rinaldi@pg.infn.it
Corporate Author Thesis
Publisher Amer Physical Soc Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2470-0010 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001278859800009 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6220
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Author Paredes-Torres, G.; Gutierrez-Guerrer, L.X.; Bashir, A.; Miramontes, A.S.
Title First radial excitations of mesons and diquarks in a contact interaction Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Physical Review D Abbreviated Journal Phys. Rev. D
Volume 109 Issue 11 Pages (down) 114006 - 12pp
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Abstract We present a calculation for the masses of the first radially excited states of 40 mesons and diquarks made up of u , d , s , c , and b quarks, including states that contain one or both heavy quarks. To this end, we employ a combined analysis of the Bethe-Salpeter and Schwinger-Dyson equations within a self-consistent and symmetry-preserving vector-vector contact interaction. The same set of parameters describes ground and excited states of mesons and their diquark partners. The wave function of the first radial excitation contains a zero whose location is correlated with an additional parameter d F which is a function of dressed quark masses. Our results satisfy the equal spacing rules given by the Gell-Mann Okubo mass relations. Wherever possible, we make comparisons of our findings with known experimental observations as well as theoretical predictions of several other models and approaches including lattice quantum chromodynamics, finding a very good agreement. We report predictions for a multitude of radial excitations not yet observed in experiments.
Address [Paredes-Torres, G.; Gutierrez-Guerrer, L. X.; Bashir, A.; Miramontes, angel S.] Univ Michoacana, Inst Fis & Matemat, Edificio C-3,Ciudad Univ, Morelia 58040, Michoacan, Mexico, Email: gustavo.paredes@umich.mx;
Corporate Author Thesis
Publisher Amer Physical Soc Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2470-0010 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001251290500007 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6206
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Author Tarifeño-Saldivia, A.; Calvino, F.; De Blas, A.; Brusasco, B.; Casanovas-Hoste, A.; Cives, A.M.; Cortés, G.; García, R.; Molina, F.; Mont-Geli, N.; Pallas, M.; Pavez, C.
Title Ambient dosimetry in pulsed neutron fields with LINrem detectors Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Radiation Physics and Chemistry Abbreviated Journal Radiat. Phys. Chem.
Volume 224 Issue Pages (down) 112101 - 7pp
Keywords Neutron dosimeters; Detector design; Pulsed fields; High energy neutron fields
Abstract The status of the LINrem project is presented, focusing on the development of innovative neutron dosimeters with enhanced energy sensitivity, time resolution, and portability. Designed to meet the technical demands of radiation protection in modern particle and nuclear facilities, these dosimeters are discussed in detail. Results from experimental campaigns showcasing their efficacy in pulsed fields generated by fusion plasmas and high-intensity pulsed lasers are presented. Additionally, prospects and future plans for the LINrem project are outlined.
Address [Tarifeno-Saldivia, Ariel] Inst Fis Corpuscular CSIC UV, Catedrat Jose Beltran 2, E-46980 Paterna, Spain, Email: atarisal@ific.uv.es
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Publisher Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0969-806x ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001300081300001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6238
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Author Verdera, A.; Torres-Sanchez, P.; Praena, J.; Porras, I.
Title Study of the out-of-field dose from an accelerator-based neutron source for boron neutron capture therapy Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Applied Radiation and Isotopes Abbreviated Journal Appl. Radiat. Isot.
Volume 212 Issue Pages (down) 111458 - 6pp
Keywords BNCT; Neutrons; Out-of-field; Equivalent dose; Ambient dose
Abstract One important issue in Boron Neutron Capture Therapy is the delivered dose to the tissues outside the tumor. An international standard for light ion beam systems sets two recommended limits for out-of-field dose based on distance from the field edge: maximum absorbed dose from all radiation types shall not exceed 0.5 % of the maximum dose at distances 15 cm to 50 cm from the field edge. At distances > 50 cm from the field edge, the maximum absorbed dose shall not exceed 0.1 %. This paper is a continuation of our previous works focused on the design of an accelerator-based neutron source for BNCT. We already designed a novel Beam Shape Assembly which meets the IAEA criteria for BNCT treatments. Using this BSA, in the present work, we characterize by Monte Carlo simulations the dose outside the neutron field. The out-of-field dose has been assessed via estimates using the ambient and equivalent dose. Also the boron uptake in healthy tissues has been analyzed for the equivalent dose computation. It is concluded that our design for a future accelerator-based source for BNCT meets reasonably well the criteria defined from other forms of radiotherapy on both equivalent and effective dose outside the field.
Address [Verdera, Antonia; Praena, Javier; Porras, Ignacio] Univ Granada, Dept Atom Mol & Nucl Phys, Granada, Spain
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Publisher Pergamon-Elsevier Science Ltd Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0969-8043 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001291259700001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration no
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6231
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Author Oberhauser, B.B.; Bisio, P.; Celentano, A.; Depero, E.; Dusaev, R.R.; Kirpichnikov, D.V.; Kirsanov, M.M.; Krasnikove, N.V.; Marini, A.; Marsicano, L.; Molina-Bueno, L.; Mongillo, M.; Shchukin, D.; Sieber, H.; Voronchikhin, I.V.
Title Development of the fully Geant4 compatible package for the simulation of Dark Matter in fixed target experiments Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Computer Physics Communications Abbreviated Journal Comput. Phys. Commun.
Volume 300 Issue Pages (down) 109199 - 11pp
Keywords Simulation; DarkMatter; Geant4
Abstract The search for new comparably light (well below the electroweak scale) feebly interacting particles is an exciting possibility to explain some mysterious phenomena in physics, among them the origin of Dark Matter. The sensitivity study through detailed simulation of projected experiments is a key point in estimating their potential for discovery. Several years ago we created the DMG4 package for the simulation of DM (Dark Matter) particles in fixed target experiments. The natural approach is to integrate this simulation into the same program that performs the full simulation of particles in the experiment setup. The Geant4 toolkit framework was chosen as the most popular and versatile solution nowadays. The simulation of DM particles production by this package accommodates several possible scenarios, employing electron, muon or photon beams and involving various mediators, such as vector, axial vector, scalar, pseudoscalar, or spin 2 particles. The bremsstrahlung, annihilation or Primakoff processes can be simulated. The package DMG4 contains a subpackage DarkMatter with cross section methods weakly connected to Geant4. It can be used in different frameworks. In this paper, we present the latest developments of the package, such as extending the list of possible mediator particle types, refining formulas for the simulation and extending the mediator mass range. The user interface is also made more flexible and convenient. In this work, we also demonstrate the usage of the package, the improvements in the simulation accuracy and some cross check validations. Program summary Program title: DMG4 CPC Library link to program files: https://doi .org /10 .17632 /cmr4bcrj6j .1 Licensing provisions: GNU General Public License 3 Programming language: c++ Journal reference of previous version: Comput. Phys. Commun. 269 (2021) 108129 Does the new version supersede the previous version?: Yes Reasons for the new version: Numerous developments, addition of new features Summary of revisions: WW approximation cross sections for the muon beam are implemented and cross-checked, models with semivisible A ' (inelastic Dark Matter) and spin 2 mediators are added. The range of possible mediator masses is extended. Several important improvements for the annihilation processes are made, the number of possible annihilation processes is extended. User interface is improved. Several bugs are fixed. Nature of problem: For the simulation of Dark Matter production processes in fixed target experiments a code that can be easily integrated in programs for the full simulation of experimental setup is needed. Solution method: A fully Geant4 compatible DM simulation package DMG4 was presented in 2020. We present numerous further developments of this package.
Address [Oberhauser, B. Banto; Depero, E.; Mongillo, M.; Sieber, H.] Swiss Fed Inst Technol, Inst Particle Phys & Astrophys, CH-8093 Zurich, Switzerland, Email: mikhail.kirsanov@cern.ch
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Publisher Elsevier Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0010-4655 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001292485100001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6232
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Author Oliver, S.; Rodriguez Bosca, S.; Gimenez-Alventosa, V.
Title Enabling particle transport on CAD-based geometries for radiation simulations with penRed Type Journal Article
Year 2024 Publication Computer Physics Communications Abbreviated Journal Comput. Phys. Commun.
Volume 298 Issue Pages (down) 109091 - 11pp
Keywords Radiation transport; PENELOPE physics; Monte Carlo simulation; PenRed; CAD; Triangular surface mesh
Abstract Geometry construction is a fundamental aspect of any radiation transport simulation, regardless of the Monte Carlo code being used. Typically, this process is tedious, time-consuming, and error-prone. The conventional approach involves defining geometries using mathematical objects or surfaces. However, this method comes with several limitations, especially when dealing with complex models, particularly those with organic shapes. Furthermore, since each code employs its own format and methodology for defining geometries, sharing and reproducing simulations among researchers becomes a challenging task. Consequently, many codes have implemented support for simulating over geometries constructed via Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools. Unfortunately, this feature is lacking in penRed and other PENELOPE physics-based codes. Therefore, the objective of this work is to implement such support within the penRed framework. New version program summary Program Title: Parallel Engine for Radiation Energy Deposition (penRed) CPC Library link to program files: https://doi.org/10.17632/rkw6tvtngy.2 Developer's repository link: https://github.com/PenRed/PenRed Code Ocean capsule: https://codeocean.com/capsule/1041417/tree Licensing provisions: GNU Affero General Public License v3 Programming language: C++ standard 2011. Journal reference of previous version: V. Gimenez-Alventosa, V. Gimenez Gomez, S. Oliver, PenRed: An extensible and parallel Monte-Carlo framework for radiation transport based on PENELOPE, Computer Physics Communications 267 (2021) 108065. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpc.2021.108065. Does the new version supersede the previous version?: Yes Reasons for the new version: Implements the capability to simulate on CAD constructed geometries, among many other features and fixes. Summary of revisions: All changes applied through the code versions are summarized in the file CHANGELOG.md in the repository package. Nature of problem: While Monte Carlo codes have proven valuable in simulating complex radiation scenarios, they rely heavily on accurate geometrical representations. In the same way as many other Monte Carlo codes, penRed employs simple geometric quadric surfaces like planes, spheres and cylinders to define geometries. However, since these geometric models offer a certain level of flexibility, these representations have limitations when it comes to simulating highly intricate and irregular shapes. Anatomic structures, for example, require detailed representations of organs, tissues and bones, which are difficult to achieve using basic geometric objects. Similarly, complex devices or intricate mechanical systems may have designs that cannot be accurately represented within the constraints of such geometric models. Moreover, when the complexity of the model increases, geometry construction process becomes more difficult, tedious, time-consuming and error-prone [2]. Also, as each Monte Carlo geometry library uses its own format and construction method, reproducing the same geometry among different codes is a challenging task. Solution method: To face the problems stated above, the objective of this work is to implement the capability to simulate using irregular and adaptable meshed geometries in the penRed framework. This kind of meshes can be constructed using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools, the use of which is very widespread and streamline the design process. This feature has been implemented in a new geometry module named “MESH_BODY” specific for this kind of geometries. This one is freely available and usable within the official penRed package1. It can be used since penRed version 1.9.3b and above.
Address [Oliver, S.] Univ Politecn Valencia, Inst Seguridad Ind Radiofis & Medioambiental ISIRY, Cami Vera S-N, Valencia 46022, Spain
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Publisher Elsevier Place of Publication Editor
Language English Summary Language Original Title
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0010-4655 ISBN Medium
Area Expedition Conference
Notes WOS:001172840800001 Approved no
Is ISI yes International Collaboration yes
Call Number IFIC @ pastor @ Serial 6077
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