Exploring the time axis within medium-modified jets

Abstract

Abstract In this manuscript, we illustrate how to use the newly proposed $$\tau $$ τ re-clustering algorithm to select jets with different degrees of quenching without biasing their initial transverse momentum spectrum. Our study is based on Z+jet simulated events using the JEWEL Monte Carlo event generator to account for jet quenching effects. We apply the $$\tau $$ τ re-clustering algorithm to extract a proxy for a time axis (formation time) within the evolving medium. This information allows us to label jets according to their fragmentation pattern and select populations with enhanced sensitivity to quenching effects. Our results illustrate the potential of jets as precision tools for QGP tomography. Further, we show that the discussed method minimizes the biases stemming from $$p_{T}$$ p T -, $$\Delta R$$ Δ R - or mass-based jet selection.