Excited Baryons in Large $N_c$ QCD

Abstract

This talk reviews recent developments in the use of large $N_c$ QCD in the description of baryonic resonances. The emphasis is on the model-independent nature of the approach. Key issues discussed include the spin-flavor symmetry which emerges at large $N_c$ and the direct use of scattering observables. The connection to quark model approaches is stressed.

Comments: Talk at "Baryons 04", Palaiseau, October 2004