Majorana Zero Modes Discussion - Chair- Jason Alicea

Participate in a thought-provoking discussion on Majorana zero modes, chaired by Jason Alicea, as part of the KITP Conference "Majorana zero modes: new developments in experiment and theory, and the road ahead." Explore the latest advancements in condensed matter physics and quantum computing, focusing on the realization and manipulation of these elusive particles in unconventional superconductors. Delve into recent experimental platforms, including iron-based superconductors, phase-controlled Josephson junctions, and quantum Hall systems, as well as new theoretical methods for addressing key challenges in the field. Gain insights from leading experimentalists and theorists as they discuss cutting-edge developments in Floquet theory, Majorana fermion detection techniques, and realizations in non-Hermitian Hamiltonians and dissipative models. This 38-minute session is part of a larger two-day exploration event featuring multiple talks and brainstorming discussions, aimed at advancing our understanding of Majorana zero modes and their potential applications in quantum computing.