Near Field Radiative Heat Transfer in Many-Body Systems - Phillipe Ben Abdallah

Explore near field radiative heat transfer in many-body systems through this 45-minute conference talk by Phillipe Ben Abdallah from Institut d'Optique. Recorded as part of the Quantum and Thermal Electrodynamic Fluctuations in the Presence of Matter conference at the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics, delve into the complexities of classical and quantum fluctuating electromagnetic fields interacting with matter. Examine recent advancements in Casimir interactions and quantum field fluctuations in heat transfer, while addressing novel questions surrounding 2D topological materials, non-reciprocal materials, and quantum friction detection. Gain insights into the discord between experimental and theoretical results, and explore potential new experimental directions that could elucidate these puzzles. Understand the profound impacts of these studies on fundamental science and novel material applications.