φ-N bound state

Journal Article (Journal Article)

We show that the QCD van der Waals attractive potential is strong enough to bind a φ meson onto a nucleon inside a nucleus to form a bound state. The direct experimental signature for such an exotic state is proposed in the case of subthreshold φ meson photoproduction from nuclear targets. The production rate is estimated and such an experiment is found to be feasible at the Jefferson Laboratory.

Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Gao, H; Lee, TSH; Marinov, V

Published Date

  • January 1, 2001

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 63 / 2

Start / End Page

  • 222011 - 222013

Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)

  • 1089-490X

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 0556-2813

Citation Source

  • Scopus