Optical Probing and Control of 2D Materials

Explore the fascinating world of optical probing and control of 2D materials in this informative lecture by Gregory A Fiete. Delve into cutting-edge research on emergent electronic, magnetic, and topological phenomena in two-dimensional synthetic structures of quantum materials. Learn about the interplay between electronic correlations, spin-orbit coupling, crystal structure, symmetry, and topology in reduced dimensionality systems. Discover how frustrated coupling across 2D interfaces and enhanced interlayer interactions lead to new electronic band structures and emergent behaviors. Gain insights into artificially engineered heterostructures, including oxide interfaces, twisted van der Waals materials, and other novel moire or layered materials. Understand the applications of various experimental and theoretical techniques, such as materials growth, spectroscopies, transport studies, microscopy, and advanced computational methods. This lecture is part of a comprehensive program on Engineered 2D Quantum Materials, bringing together physicists and materials scientists to explore topics ranging from magnetism and topological superconductivity to quantum simulators using engineered 2D materials.