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Z-extremization and F-theorem in Chern-Simons matter theories
The three dimensional exact R symmetry of N=2 SCFTs extremizes the partition
function localized on a three sphere. Here we verify this statement at weak
coupling. We give a detailed analysis for two classes of models. The first one
is an SU(N)_k gauge theory at large k with both fundamental and adjoint matter
fields, while the second is a flavored version of the ABJ theory, where the CS
levels are large but they do not necessarily sum up to zero. We study in both
cases superpotential deformations and compute the R charges at different fixed
points. When these fixed points are connected by an RG flow we explicitly
verify that the free energy decreases at the endpoints of the flow between the
fixed points, corroborating the conjecture of an F-theorem in three dimensions.Comment: 28 pages, 3 figures, JHEP.cls, minor corrections, references adde
Relating U(N)xU(N) to SU(N)xSU(N) Chern-Simons Membrane theories
By integrating out the U(1)_B gauge field, we show that the U(n)xU(n) ABJM
theory at level k is equivalent to a Z_k identification of the
(SU(n)xSU(n))/Z_n Chern-Simons theory, but only when n and k are coprime. As a
consequence, the k=1 ABJM model for two M2-branes in R^8 can be identified with
the N=8 (SU(2)xSU(2))/Z_2 theory. We also conjecture that the U(2)xU(2) ABJM
model at k=2 is equivalent to the N=8 SU(2)xSU(2)-theory.Comment: 16 pages, Latex; v2: references added; v3: Clarifications adde
Operator Counting for N=2 Chern-Simons Gauge Theories with Chiral-like Matter Fields
The localization formula of Chern-Simons quiver gauge theory on nicely
reproduces the geometric data such as volume of Sasaki-Einstein manifolds in
the large- limit, at least for vector-like models. The validity of
chiral-like models is not established yet, due to technical problems in both
analytic and numerical approaches. Recently Gulotta, Herzog and Pufu suggested
that the counting of chiral operators can be used to find the eigenvalue
distribution of quiver matrix models. In this paper we apply this method to
some vector-like or chiral-like quiver theories, including the triangular
quivers with generic Chern-Simons levels which are dual to in-homogeneous
Sasaki-Einstein manifolds . The result is consistent
with AdS/CFT and the volume formula. We discuss the implication of our
analysis.Comment: 23 pages; v2. revised version; v3. corrected typos and clarified
argument
Operator Counting and Eigenvalue Distributions for 3D Supersymmetric Gauge Theories
We give further support for our conjecture relating eigenvalue distributions
of the Kapustin-Willett-Yaakov matrix model in the large N limit to numbers of
operators in the chiral ring of the corresponding supersymmetric
three-dimensional gauge theory. We show that the relation holds for
non-critical R-charges and for examples with {\mathcal N}=2 instead of
{\mathcal N}=3 supersymmetry where the bifundamental matter fields are
nonchiral. We prove that, for non-critical R-charges, the conjecture is
equivalent to a relation between the free energy of the gauge theory on a three
sphere and the volume of a Sasaki manifold that is part of the moduli space of
the gauge theory. We also investigate the consequences of our conjecture for
chiral theories where the matrix model is not well understood.Comment: 27 pages + appendices, 5 figure
M-theory and Seven-Dimensional Inhomogeneous Sasaki-Einstein Manifolds
Seven-dimensional inhomogeneous Sasaki-Einstein manifolds
present a challenging example of AdS/CFT correspondence. At present, their
field theory duals for base are proposed only within a
restricted range as quiver Chern-Simons-matter
theories with gauge group, nine bifundamental
chiral multiplets interacting through a cubic superpotential. To further
elucidate this correspondence, we use particle approximation both at classical
and quantum level. We setup a concrete AdS/CFT mapping of conserved quantities
using geodesic motions, and turn to solutions of scalar Laplace equation in
. The eigenmodes also provide an interesting subset of Kaluza-Klein
spectrum for supergravity in , and are dual
to protected operators written in terms of matter multiplets in the dual
conformal field theory.Comment: v2 refs added. 19 pages 1 figur
New Gauged Linear Sigma Models for 8D HyperKahler Manifolds and Calabi-Yau Crystals
We propose two kinds of gauged linear sigma models whose moduli spaces are
real eight-dimensional hyperKahler and Calabi-Yau manifolds, respectively.
Here, hyperKahler manifolds have sp(2) holonomy in general and are dual to Type
IIB (p,q)5-brane configurations. On the other hand, Calabi-Yau fourfolds are
toric varieties expressed as quotient spaces. Our model involving fourfolds is
different from the usual one which is directly related to a symplectic quotient
procedure. Remarkable features in newly-found three-dimensional
Chern-Simons-matter theories appear here as well, such as dynamical
Fayet-Iliopoulos parameters, one dualized photon and its residual discrete
gauge symmetry.Comment: 20 pages, 1 figure; v2: minor changes and references added; v3:
statements improved, newer than JHEP versio
Baryonic symmetries and M5 branes in the AdS_4/CFT_3 correspondence
We study U(1) symmetries dual to Betti multiplets in the AdS_4/CFT_3
correspondence for M2 branes at Calabi-Yau four-fold singularities. Analysis of
the boundary conditions for vector fields in AdS_4 allows for a choice where
wrapped M5 brane states carrying non-zero charge under such symmetries can be
considered. We begin by focusing on isolated toric singularities without
vanishing six-cycles, and study in detail the cone over Q^{111}. The boundary
conditions considered are dual to a CFT where the gauge group is U(1)^2 x
SU(N)^4. We find agreement between the spectrum of gauge-invariant
baryonic-type operators in this theory and wrapped M5 brane states. Moreover,
the physics of vacua in which these symmetries are spontaneously broken
precisely matches a dual gravity analysis involving resolutions of the
singularity, where we are able to match condensates of the baryonic operators,
Goldstone bosons and global strings. We also argue more generally that theories
where the resolutions have six-cycles are expected to receive non-perturbative
corrections from M5 brane instantons. We give a general formula relating the
instanton action to normalizable harmonic two-forms, and compute it explicitly
for the Q^{222} example. The holographic interpretation of such instantons is
currently unclear.Comment: 92 pages, 10 figure
Emerging Non-Anomalous Baryonic Symmetries in the AdS_5/CFT_4 Correspondence
We study the breaking of baryonic symmetries in the AdS_5/CFT_4
correspondence for D3 branes at Calabi-Yau three-fold singularities. This
leads, for particular VEVs, to the emergence of non-anomalous baryonic
symmetries during the renormalization group flow. We claim that these VEVs
correspond to critical values of the B-field moduli in the dual supergravity
backgrounds. We study in detail the C^3/Z_3 orbifold, the cone over F_0 and the
C^3/Z_5 orbifold. For the first two examples, we study the dual supergravity
backgrounds that correspond to the breaking of the emerging baryonic symmetries
and identify the expected Goldstone bosons and global strings in the infra-red.
In doing so we confirm the claim that the emerging symmetries are indeed
non-anomalous baryonic symmetries.Comment: 65 pages, 15 figures;v2: minor changes, published versio
The Large N Limit of Toric Chern-Simons Matter Theories and Their Duals
We compute the large N limit of the localized three dimensional free energy
of various field theories with known proposed AdS duals. We show that
vector-like theories agree with the expected supergravity results, and with the
conjectured F-theorem. We also check that the large N free energy is preserved
by the three dimensional Seiberg duality for general classes of vector like
theories. Then we analyze the behavior of the free energy of chiral-like
theories by applying a new proposal. The proposal is based on the restoration
of a discrete symmetry on the free energy before the extremization. We apply
this procedure at strong coupling in some examples and we discuss the results.
We conclude the paper by proposing an alternative geometrical expression for
the free energy.Comment: 40 pages, 7 figures, using jheppub.sty, references adde
Effect of rearing system on body traits and fillet quality of meagre (Argyrosomus regius, Asso 1801) chilled for a short time
The purpose of this study was to evaluate qualitative traits of meagre (Argyrosomus regius) from two different rearing systems (land-based tank filled with geothermal water vs offshore sea cage) and after short-term storage at chilling temperature (1, 2, or 3 days). Fish originated from the same batch were fed the same diet. Morpho-biometric traits, L*, a*, and b* colour parameters, texture, free water, proximate composition, total lipids, fatty acids, iron, and selenium contents were analyzed in the fillets. Most parameters were affected by rearing system. Compared to tank-reared fish, caged fish were shorter, poorer in visceral fat, and had higher incidence in cavity content and liver, lower incidence in gonads and head. Caged fish also had softer fillets in the epaxial site, which showed a higher tendency towards greenish colour. Caged fish also showed higher lipid content but lower Fe and Se content. Tank-reared fish fillets were more abundant in PUFAn-3, mainly due to DHA (18.54 vs 12.95%; P<0.001) and consequently showed the best healthiness indexes. Minimal changes, mostly involving colour and texture, were detected during the first three days of refrigerated storage. During storage, no significant modification of the parameters investigated could be ascribed to the rearing system
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