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Explore advanced concepts in condensed matter physics through this comprehensive lecture examining the intricate relationships between thermal transport phenomena, geometric properties of materials, and quantum anomalies. Delve into the theoretical frameworks that govern how heat flows through various material systems, with particular emphasis on how the underlying geometric structure of condensed matter systems influences transport properties. Investigate the role of topological and geometric factors in determining thermal conductivity, thermoelectric effects, and other transport coefficients. Analyze quantum anomalies and their manifestations in thermal transport, including discussions of how symmetry breaking and topological phases affect heat conduction mechanisms. Examine cutting-edge research methodologies used to study these phenomena, including both theoretical approaches and experimental techniques for measuring thermal transport in novel materials. Learn about the mathematical tools and physical principles necessary to understand how curvature, topology, and other geometric considerations impact the movement of energy through quantum many-body systems.
Syllabus
Maria Vozmediano: "Thermal transport, geometry, and anomalies" - Lecture IV
Taught by
Galileo Galilei Institute (GGI)