Search for a Z ’ at an e + e- Collider

Many theories predict that another neutral gauge boson (Z’) may exist. In order to detect this Z’, I would use an ee linear collider at 5 TeV. I would focus on measuring the Forward-Backward Asymmetry of ee → μμ. This should allow detection of any Z’ particles with M < 25 TeV. The LHC will be running sooner, but should only be able to see Z’s with M < 6 TeV, and if one is found, an ee collider will be vital to exploring this particle. Although many systematic errors and backgrounds will be present in the data, it should be possible to get a 1-2% measurement of the Z’ mass if it is less than 5 TeV, and a discovery if it is less than 25 TeV.