STAR (BNL)

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Studying the interaction dynamics among partons at various time scales provides a way to explore the transition regime between perturbative Quantum Chromodynamics (pQCD) and non-perturbative Quantum Chromodynamics (npQCD). This analysis gives valuable insights into the mechanisms governing the evolution of quarks and gluons during high-energy collisions. By examining the correlations among hadrons produced within a jet based on their formation time, we directly probe the intricate dynamics of hadronization processes. This approach deepens our understanding of how quarks and gluons turn into color-neutral hadrons. Such investigations significantly contribute to our understanding of the fundamental forces and constituents of matter at subatomic scales. The precise characterization of these interactions sheds light on the transition from the perturbative to the non-perturbative regime, crucial for refining theoretical models and advancing our understanding of particle physics phenomena. 

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