Anomalous Slow Relaxation of Local Observables in Diffusive Quantum Systems
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Explore anomalous slow relaxation phenomena in diffusive quantum systems through this 51-minute conference talk. Delve into the complex dynamics of local observables in quantum systems that exhibit diffusive transport properties, examining how these systems deviate from expected relaxation behaviors. Investigate the theoretical frameworks and mathematical approaches used to understand why certain local observables relax more slowly than anticipated in diffusive quantum environments. Learn about the implications of these anomalous relaxation patterns for our understanding of quantum thermalization, transport phenomena, and the approach to equilibrium in many-body quantum systems. Discover how these findings contribute to the broader field of nonequilibrium quantum statistical mechanics and their potential connections to experimental observations in quantum materials and cold-atom systems. Gain insights into the mathematical tools and physical principles that govern the interplay between diffusion and relaxation in quantum many-body systems, and understand how these anomalous behaviors challenge conventional wisdom about quantum thermodynamics.
Syllabus
Anomalous Slow Relaxation of Local Observables in Diffusive Quantum Systems by Ewan R. McCulloch
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International Centre for Theoretical Sciences