Abstract
Neutrino masses are nonzero. Theoretically, we are still in the process of un- derstanding what these tiny masses and the pattern of lepton mixing mean, and how they t into a new and improved standard model. Nonetheless, the very successful parameterization of the new neutrino sector (three neutrino masses plus a 3 × 3 unitary leptonic mixing matrix) allows one to identify what we know we donõt know about neutrinos and to dene a rich experimen- tal program in neutrino physics. This experimental program must not only answer these Òneutrino questions,Ó but also test the underlying three-active- ßavors paradigm and point the way toward a deeper understanding of neutri- nos (and particle physics). Given what we learned about neutrinos, searches for charged-lepton ßavor-violating phenomena are poised to nd new heavy physics at the weak scale (or well above) and provide vital clues regarding the neutrino mass mystery.
| Original language | English (US) |
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| Title of host publication | European Strategy for Future Neutrino Physics 2009, Proceedings |
| Pages | 10-20 |
| Number of pages | 11 |
| State | Published - Dec 1 2010 |
| Event | Workshop on European Strategy for Future Neutrino Physics 2009 - Geneva, Switzerland Duration: Oct 1 2009 → Oct 3 2009 |
Other
| Other | Workshop on European Strategy for Future Neutrino Physics 2009 |
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| Country/Territory | Switzerland |
| City | Geneva |
| Period | 10/1/09 → 10/3/09 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Atomic and Molecular Physics, and Optics