Standard model and beyond

The ''standard'' SU(3)/sub C/ x SU(2)/sub L/ x U(1) model of strong and electroweak interactions elegantly incorporates all the proven symmetries and successes of the quark model, quantum electrodynamics, and the Four-Fermi theory. It correctly predicted weak neutral currents as well as the existence and properties of W+-, Z and gluons. ''Only'' the predicted Higgs scalar boson remains undiscovered. At this time there are no solid experimental results that cannot be accommodated by the standard model (at the 1 or 2 sigma level). Nevertheless, we do anticipate the emergence of new physics, beyond standard model expectations, which will hopefully provide guidance for theoretical advancement. Indeed, hints of some new phenomena may already be starting to appear in the CERN anti pp collider data. Details are discussed. 65 refs