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Optimized Extraction of Generalized Parton Distributions from Deeply Virtual Compton Scattering

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Abstract

\noindent Generalized Parton Distributions (GPDs) are a powerful tool that allows greater insight into the internal structure of the nucleon. GPDs define the matrix elements for the deeply virtual Compton scattering (DVCS) process [1]. I will first present a spectator model calculation for the quark, anti-quark and gluon chiral even GPDs $H,E, \widetilde{H},\widetilde{E}$ in terms of the kinematic variables X, $\zeta$, and $t$ [2]. The model implements the polynomiality and positivity constraints, and it is evolved in perturbative QCD up to next to leading order. I will then illustrate the implementation of computer tensor algebra methods to construct algorithms to optimize the analysis for DVCS, Bethe Heitler, and interference cross-section terms for various beam and target polarization in the formalism of Ref.[3]. \vspace{0.3cm}

Authors

  • Philip Velie

    University of Virginia

  • Zaki Panjsheeri

    University of Virginia

  • Krisean Allen

    University of Virginia

  • Brandon Kriesten

    University of Virginia, Center for Nuclear Femtography

  • Simonetta Liuti

    University of Virginia