New physics searches via beam normal spin asymmetry in Bhabha scattering

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We examine the sensitivity of the beam normal spin asymmetry in Bhabha scattering to beyond the Standard Model mediators, in the context of the JLab polarized positron program. A key property of this observable is that the Standard Model contribution exhibits a zero crossing at a fixed scattering angle, providing a clean, effectively background-free point for these searches. We consider scalar, vector, and axial vector mediators and present projected bounds, finding that scalar and vector scenarios allow a significant extension of the search ranges beyond existing constraints.

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