This course will begin by discussing superconductivity - a central example of a macroscopic phenomenon. It will then proceed to discuss various modern topics in quantum condensed matter physics, including fractionalization, anyon statistics, topology, and non-equilibrium phases. The course aims to provide learners with an appreciation for some modern topics in condensed matter physics.
Modern Topics in Condensed Matter Physics
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Modern Topics in Condensed Matter Physics
This course is part of The Physics of Emergence: Introduction to Condensed Matter Specialization
Instructor: Rahul Nandkishore
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Explain superconductivity.
Discuss fractionalization and particle statistics.
Define topological phases
Identify non-equilibrium phases.
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