Speaker
Mr
Mzwandile Thabede
(University of the Witwatersrand)
Description
We Categorize VBF-like events using cut-based approach for njets ≥ 2. This study focuses on the VBF signal optimization for the H→ZZ→4l channel and the separation of VBF events from the events produced via the gluon-gluon Fusion (ggF) production mechanism. The study is based on the ATLAS full Run2 Monte Carlo at the total luminosity of 140 fb-1. Major background contribution is from the qq→ZZ→4l as well as the Electro-weak component of the ZZ backgound which is important in the VBF category. VBF selection efficiency and ggF rejection maps are used to find the optimal signal selection in the VBF production category for four lepton channel.
Apply to be<br> considered for a student <br> award (Yes / No)?
Yes
Level for award<br> (Hons, MSc, <br> PhD, N/A)?
MSc
Primary author
Mr
Mzwandile Thabede
(University of the Witwatersrand)
Co-authors
Prof.
Bruce Mellado
(University of the Witwatersrand)
Dr
Theodota Lagouri
(University of the Witwatersrand)
Dr
XIFENG RUAN
(WITS)
