Interacting scalar fields in de Sitter space
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We investigate the massless $λϕ^4$ theory in de~Sitter space. It is unnatural to assume a minimally coupled interacting scalar field, since $ξ=0$ is not a fixed point of the renormalization group once interactions are included. In fact, the only case where perturbation theory can be trusted is when the field is non-minimally coupled at the minimum of the effective potential. Thus, in perturbation theory, there is no infrared divergence associated with this scalar field.
12 pages, Latex file, uses epsf.sty, 2 figures in a uufile. Revision of the infrared limit in the symmetric case. Conclusions remain unchanged
12 pages, Latex file, uses epsf.sty, 2 figures in a uufile. Revision of the infrared limit in the symmetric case. Conclusions remain unchanged