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Description
The study of spin dynamics in heavy ion collisions has emerged as a pivotal avenue for comprehending the intricate interactions of fundamental strong force as well as the angular momentum of subatomic particles. This talk delves into the realm of spin physics within the context of high-energy heavy ion collisions. We explore the multifaceted roles that spin plays in elucidating the properties of the quark-gluon plasma (QGP), a transient state of matter that existed microseconds after the Big Bang. This talk provides an overview of the experimental progress regarding the global spin effects in heavy ion collisions. Specifically we will discuss the global polarization of hyperons and the global spin alignment of vector mesons. We will also delve into how these phenomena arise as consequences of the complex dynamics of quarks and gluons within the fireball created in these collisions. This investigation holds the potential to provide insights to the properties of the strongly interacting QGP matter.
