Electromagnetic Response of Graphene and Role of Evanescent Waves in Resolution of the Casimir Puzzle

Explore a 43-minute conference talk by Galina Klimchitskaya from St. Petersburg Polytechnic University on the electromagnetic response of graphene and the role of evanescent waves in resolving the Casimir puzzle. Recorded at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics during the "Quantum and Thermal Electrodynamic Fluctuations in the Presence of Matter: Progress and Challenges" conference in July 2022, this presentation delves into the intricate world of classical and quantum fluctuating electromagnetic fields in the presence of matter. Gain insights into cutting-edge research on Casimir interactions, quantum field fluctuations in heat transfer, and the implications of 2D topological and non-reciprocal materials. Discover how unraveling these puzzles impacts fundamental science and novel material applications, bringing together theoretical and experimental perspectives on unsettled topics in quantum and thermal electrodynamics.