Abstract
We consider a generalization of the two-dimensional Liouville conformal field theory to any number of even dimensions. The theories consist of a log-correlated scalar field with a background Q-curvature charge and an exponential Liouville-type potential. The theories are non-unitary and conformally invariant. They localize semiclassically on solutions that describe manifolds with a constant negative Q-curvature. We show that C T is independent of the Q-curvature charge and is the same as that of a higher derivative scalar theory. We calculate the A-type Euler conformal anomaly of these theories. We study the correlation functions, derive an integral expression for them and calculate the three-point functions of light primary operators. The result is a higher-dimensional generalization of the two-dimensional DOZZ formula for the three-point function of such operators.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 119 |
Journal | Journal of High Energy Physics |
Volume | 2018 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2018 |
Keywords
- Anomalies in Field and String Theories
- Conformal Field Theory
- Field Theories in Higher Dimensions
All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes
- Nuclear and High Energy Physics