Theoretical overview of kaon decays

Abstract

Kaon decays are an important testing ground of the electroweak flavour theory. They can provide new signals of CP violation and, perhaps, a window into physics beyond the Standard Model. At the same time, they exhibit an interesting interplay of long-distance QCD effects in flavour-changing transitions. A brief overview is presented, focusing on a few selected topics of particular interest. A more detailed and comprehensive review can be found in arXiv:1107.6001.

arXiv commentInvited talk at the XI International Conference on Hyperons, Charm and Beauty Hadrons -Beach 2014- (Birmingham, UK, 21-26 July 2014). 6 pages, 4 figures

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