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Explore emergent 1-form symmetries in quantum many-body systems through an information theoretic lens in this conference talk by Michael Knap. Delve into the profound transformation occurring in the study of quantum symmetries, moving beyond traditional notions to encompass higher-form, non-invertible, and subsystem symmetries that provide powerful new frameworks for understanding and classifying quantum phases of matter. Examine how these generalized symmetries reshape our comprehension of quantum entanglement, conservation laws, and hydrodynamics in interacting systems. Learn about the connection between microscopic symmetries and their nontrivial low-energy realizations, particularly in the context of symmetry-protected topological states and exotic quantum phases. Discover how information theory provides unique insights into the emergence of 1-form symmetries and their role in quantum many-body physics. Gain understanding of how these concepts are beginning to influence approaches to mixed states and open quantum systems, representing cutting-edge developments in theoretical physics that bridge high-energy physics concepts with condensed matter applications.
