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Explore the fascinating world of electron fluids in this comprehensive physics lecture that delves into the collective behavior of electrons in condensed matter systems. Learn about the fundamental principles governing electron transport, hydrodynamic phenomena in electronic systems, and the conditions under which electrons exhibit fluid-like properties. Discover how electron-electron interactions lead to collective modes, viscous flow patterns, and emergent hydrodynamic behavior in materials such as graphene and other two-dimensional systems. Examine theoretical frameworks for understanding electron fluid dynamics, including the transition from ballistic to hydrodynamic regimes, and explore experimental signatures of electron viscosity and flow patterns. Gain insights into cutting-edge research on electronic transport phenomena, quantum fluids, and the applications of electron hydrodynamics in modern condensed matter physics and materials science.
Syllabus
L. Levitov I - Electron Fluids (BSS 2025)
Taught by
BSS Physics School