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Topology, Correlations and Superconductivity in Magic Angle Graphene - Lecture 2

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Overview

Explore the fascinating world of quantum solids in this lecture on topology, correlations, and superconductivity in magic angle graphene. Delve into the intricacies of twisted bilayer graphene, examining its symmetries, band structure, and the concept of 'magic' angles. Discover the importance of moire materials and lattice relaxation in understanding these complex systems. Learn about the chiral model and its implications for perfectly flat bands. Investigate the connections between exactly flat bands and Landau levels, and explore the paradigms for correlated electrons. Gain insights into fractional filling and its potential implications for quantum physics. Conclude with a Q&A session to further deepen your understanding of these cutting-edge concepts in quantum solid-state physics.

Syllabus

DATE: 23 December 2019, 16:00 to
Date & Time : Monday, December 23, 2019 at
Date & Time : Tuesday, December 24, 2019 at
Date & Time : Thursday, December 26, 2019 at
Topology, correlations and superconductivity in magic angle graphene Lecture - 02
Graphene and Dirac Points
Visualizing Twisted Bilayer Graphene
Twisted Bilayer Graphene Symmetries
'Magic'
Band Structure of Twisted Bilayer Graphene
Moire Materials
Review of Experiments
Symmetries of Twisted Bilayer Graphene
The Continuum Model
Importance of Lattice Relaxation
Chiral Model
Perfectly Flat Bands in the Chiral Model
Exactly Flat Bands
Theory of Exactly Flat Band
Exactly Flat Bands and Landau Levels
Fractional Filling - Fractional Chem?
Two Paradigms for Correlated Electrons
Q&A

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