Simple models of topological insulators in 1D and 2D. Physical-mathematical concepts: Berry phase, Chern invariants. Thouless adiabatic pumping mechanism. Polarization. Z2 topological insulators. Topologically protected edge states. One way (chiral) and two-way (helical) edge states. Topological superconductors. Majoranas, Weyl materials.11. Selected topics of strongly correlated topological phases.
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Scope:
lecture: 3 hours/week tutorials: 1 hours/week
Time/location:
MI(5) AVO, DO(5) ugW. AVO
Tutorials:
Group
Time/location:
DO(5) gW. AVO
Audience:
Vertiefung Bachelor (PV) und Master (alle)
Specialization area:
Theoretische Physik (Vorlesung im Wahlpflichtvertiefungsgebiet, masterartig)
Previous knowledge:
Quantum mechanics, basic concepts in condensed matter physics (Bloch theorem, energy bands, etc.).
Certificate:
Enrolment:
At the first lecture
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Lectures begin on April 5.
Enrollment at the first lecture.
Lectures and seminars will be held:
MI(5), B3E.26, IFW, Hemholzstrasse 20
DO(5), D2E.27, IFW, Hemholzstrasse 20