A 10-Year Journey: From Non-Invertible Gravitational Anomaly to Generalized Symmetry and Strongly Correlated Gapless States

Explore a 47-minute conference talk delivered by Xiao-Gang Wen from MIT at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics. Delve into a decade-long research journey spanning non-invertible gravitational anomalies, generalized symmetry, and the development of a comprehensive theory for strongly correlated gapless states. Gain insights into cutting-edge topics in quantum many-body systems, including deconfined quantum critical points, quantum spin liquids, non-Fermi liquids, and the role of generalized symmetries. Discover how this presentation contributes to the broader discussion on resolving discrepancies between numerical simulations and theoretical approaches, understanding compressible quantum liquids, and exploring the implications of duality on quantum critical points. Engage with content that bridges theoretical physics with recent experimental progress in strongly correlated gapless states, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of condensed matter physics and quantum theory.