Iron-Based Superconductors as a New Majorana Playground - Hong Ding
Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics via YouTube
Overview
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Explore the potential of iron-based superconductors as a new platform for Majorana zero modes in this 43-minute conference talk by Hong Ding. Delivered as part of the KITP Conference "Majorana zero modes: new developments in experiment and theory, and the road ahead," this presentation delves into the latest advancements in the field of condensed matter physics and quantum computing. Learn about the unique properties of iron-based superconductors and their potential to host Majorana zero modes, which are crucial for developing noise-resistant qubits and advancing quantum computing technologies. Gain insights into the experimental challenges and theoretical frameworks surrounding the realization and manipulation of Majorana fermions in these novel materials. Understand how this research fits into the broader context of recent developments in Majorana zero mode platforms, including phase-controlled Josephson junctions, ferromagnetic EuS islands on gold-superconductor heterostructures, and quantum Hall systems. Discover the implications of this work for creating robust qubits and advancing the field of topological quantum computation.
Syllabus
Iron-based superconductors as a new Majorana playground â–¸ Hong Ding #MZERO-OC21
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Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics