Corcoran, Marjorie D.2018-12-032018-12-032008Mackin, Dennis S., Jr.. "Multivariate search for the lightest Supersymmetric partner of the top quark." (2008) Master’s Thesis, Rice University. <a href="https://hdl.handle.net/1911/103602">https://hdl.handle.net/1911/103602</a>.https://hdl.handle.net/1911/103602We apply the PDE multivariate event classifier to the search for the Supersymmetric parter of the top quark in the two muon channel at D∅ and compare the results to the results of a recently completed conventional analysis. An automated, customizable method for searching for a signal may enable searching through a much larger portion of the Supersymmetry parameter space and may also increase signal sensitivity. We show that an automated process based on the PDE method is capable of achieving signal sensitivity similar to that obtained by conventional analysis methods.102 ppengCopyright is held by the author, unless otherwise indicated. Permission to reuse, publish, or reproduce the work beyond the bounds of fair use or other exemptions to copyright law must be obtained from the copyright holder.Particle physicsPure sciencesThesis304510291THESIS PHYS. 2008 MACKIN