Coarse Translation Symmetry and Exotic Renormalization Groups in Fracton Phases

Explore the cutting-edge research on coarse translation symmetry and exotic renormalization groups in fracton phases in this 47-minute lecture by Mike Hermele from CU Boulder. Delve into recent developments at the intersection of topology, symmetry, and interactions in condensed matter physics. Examine the effects of correlations on topological insulators, semimetals, and superconductors, and investigate the cooperation between symmetry and strong correlations in producing correlated topological phases. Discover the connections between higher-order topology and fracton systems, and learn about potential applications in identifying solid-state candidates. Gain insights into how topology may provide a nonperturbative framework for understanding strongly correlated gapless phases like strange metals. This talk, part of the Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics conference on quantum crystals, contributes to the broader discussion on electronic topology across various materials and correlation strengths.