A general framework for implementing NLO calculations in shower Monte Carlo programs: the POWHEG BOX

• DOI: 10.1007/jhep06(2010)043
• Publication Date: 2010-06-10T02:55:10Z
• Authors: Simone Alioli; Paolo Nason; Carlo Oleari; Emanuele Re
• Keywords: Shower; Code (set theory)

In this work we illustrate the POWHEG BOX, a general computer code framework for implementing NLO calculations in shower Monte Carlo programs according to method. Aim of is provide an illustration needed theoretical ingredients, view how organized and description what user should order use it.