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  "abstract": "To match the experimental precision targeted by future collider programs, theoretical predictions for Drell-Yan production must incorporate higher-order mixed Quantum Chromodynamics and electroweak corrections. In this work, we present for the first time the ${\\mathcal{O}}(α_s^2α)$ corrections to the inclusive cross-section for $Z$-boson production in the threshold limit. By systematically evaluating the missing singlet contributions, we obtain the complete set of ${\\mathcal{O}}(α_s^2α)$ quark form factors, which we use to construct the soft-virtual cross-section by exploiting renormalization group invariance, the K+G evolution equation, and universal soft-collinear factorization. Our results capture the dominant threshold logarithmic enhancements, improve the theoretical scale uncertainties, significantly reduce electroweak input scheme dependence, and establish a crucial step toward complete ${\\mathcal{O}}(α_s^2α)$ corrections indispensable for future precision programs.",
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  "authors": [
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      "name": "Tanmoy Pati"
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    {
      "name": "Narayan Rana"
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    {
      "name": "Avick Saha"
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  "doi": "10.48550/arxiv.2610.31609",
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  "pdf_url": "https://arxiv.org/pdf/2610.31609",
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  "published": "2026-10-22",
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  "title": "${\\mathcal{O}}(α_s^2α)$ threshold corrections to inclusive $Z$-boson production",
  "title_text": "𝒪(α_s^2α) threshold corrections to inclusive Z-boson production",
  "type": "preprint",
  "updated_at": "2026-10-30T12:34:34Z",
  "url": "https://research.draconitic.com/paper/2b6t7dga9q8t3",
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