Related papers: Recent Theoretical Developments in B -> X_s l^+ l^…
The latest standard model predictions of rare leptonic B_q --> l^+ l^- decays are reviewed including recent results of next-to-leading electroweak and next-to-next-to-leading QCD corrections.
We present recent results of the rare semileptonic decay B -> X_s l+ l-. We particularly focus on higher order electroweak corrections in the Standard Model (SM) as well as O(alpha_s) corrections in Two-Higgs-doublet models (THDM), both of…
After a brief review of the inclusive and exclusive rare semileptonic decays of B mesons in the standard model (SM), an overview of recent theoretical developments in this field is given. New physics effects on various observables such as…
We review some selected rare B decays calculated in next-to-leading order accuracy in the Standard Model (SM). These include the radiative decays $B \to (X_s,K^*,\rho)\gamma$ and the semileptonic decays $B \to (X_s,K,K^*) \ell^+ \ell^-$,…
I discuss recent progress in our understanding of exclusive rare and semileptonic decays. I show the impact of HQET when combined with the predictions in the Large Energy Limit of QCD, focusing first on applications to $B\to…
This talk covers recent theoretical progress in exclusive semileptonic rare B-decays at low hadronic recoil. The efficient parametric suppression of the 1/mb corrections in this region provides opportunities to probe the Standard Model and…
An overview of recent theoretical developments in rare leptonic B decays is given. New physics effects on branching ratio and CP violation in the decays are analyzed in models beyond SM (supersymmetric models and two Higgs doublet models).
In this contribution, the recent calculation of next-to-next-to-leading order QCD and next-to-leading order electroweak corrections to the decay $B_s\to \mu^+\mu^-$ is reviewed, and a detailed discussion of the uncertainty of the theory…
We present an overview of the recent neutral current $B$ decays focusing on the deviations with respect to the Standard Model predictions that are observed in $b \to s \ell^+\ell^-$ transitions, and discuss their implications for new…
We analyze the inclusive semileptonic decays B -> X_s l^+ l^- in the framework of the supersymmetric standard model with non-universal soft-breaking terms at GUT scale. We show that the general trend of universal and non-universal models is…
We concisely review semileptonic B decays, focussing on recent progress on both theoretical and experimental sides.
We review recent progress in exclusive B --> D^(*) and inclusive B --> X(u) semileptonic B decays
In this proceeding we will review the current theoretical status of rare $B$ decays. These decays are indeed excellent indirect probes for New Physics searches, and in the current situation where no new states have been directly observed at…
The rare decay $B\to X_sl^+l^-$ provides excellent prospects for precision tests of Standard Model flavour dynamics. The process can be computed in perturbation theory with small uncertainty. However, in order to ensure a reliable…
Recently, the LHC has found several anomalies in exclusive semileptonic b --> s l^+ l^- decays. In this proceeding, we summarize the most important results of our global analysis of the relevant decay modes. After a discussion of the…
We briefly review the status of rare radiative and semileptonic $b \to s (\gamma, \ell^+ \ell^-)$, ($\ell=e,\mu$) decays. We discuss possible signatures of new physics in these modes and emphazise the role of the exclusive channels. In…
We calculate the new physics contributions to the rare semileptonic decay $B \to X_s l^+ l^-$ $(l=e,\mu)$ induced by the charged-Higgs loop diagrams appeared in the top quark two-Higgs doublet model (T2HDM). Within the considered parameter…
I discuss the theoretical and empirical status of $b \to s \gamma$, $b \to s \ell^+ \ell^-$ decays, as well as their future prospects. I emphasize those observables in rare $b$-decays which can potentially establish new physics and…
The study of rare B-decays at SuperB provides unique opportunities to understand the Standard Model and constrain new physics. We discuss the new physics potential of the leptonic B^+ -> l^+ nu_l decays from the proposed SuperB experiment…
We report on recent theoretical progress in radiative B decays. We focus on a calculation of logarithmically enhanced QED corrections to the branching ratio and forward-backward asymmetry in the inclusive rare decay anti-B --> X(s) l+ l-,…