Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics Courses

Adiabatic Flows and Many-Body Dark States in a Non-Integrable Ising Model - Anatoli Polkovnikov

Explores adiabatic flows and many-body dark states in non-integrable Ising models, discussing novel aspects of non-equilibrium many-body physics and their implications for quantum simulators.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Exact Spectral Form Factors in Interacting Lattice Systems - Tomaz Prosen

Explores exact spectral form factors in interacting lattice systems, discussing non-equilibrium many-body physics and universal aspects of quantum systems far from equilibrium at the interface of various physics fields.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Influence Matrix Approach to Ergodic and Non-Ergodic Quantum Dynamics - Dmitry Abanin

Explores influence matrix approach for understanding ergodic and non-ergodic quantum dynamics, focusing on universal aspects of many-body systems far from equilibrium in statistical physics, AMO, and condensed matter.

• YouTube
• 34 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Phenomenology of Spectral Functions in Finite Disordered Spin Chains - Lev Vidmar

Explores spectral functions in finite disordered spin chains, examining transport and energy conversion in quantum systems away from equilibrium. Discusses recent advances in statistical, condensed matter, and atomic physics.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Effects of Finite Speed and Quantum Coherence in Thermodynamic Control - Heat Engines and Landauer Principle

Explores finite speed and quantum coherence impacts on thermodynamic control in heat engines and Landauer principle, discussing optimal protocols for energy/information transport and state preparation.

• YouTube
• 31 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

General Bounds on Shot Noise in the Absence of Currents - Charge and Heat Transport

Explores general bounds on shot noise in charge and heat transport systems without currents. Discusses theoretical physics concepts and recent advances in quantum transport and energy conversion.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Modified Transport Properties of Dark Eigenstates Under Strong Light-Matter Coupling

Explores modified transport in dark eigenstates under strong light-matter coupling, discussing recent advances in quantum systems and their implications for energy conversion and information transport.

• YouTube
• 27 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Quantum Thermodynamically Consistent Local Master Equations - Gabriele De Chiara

Explore quantum thermodynamics and local master equations with Gabriele De Chiara. Learn about recent advances in transport and energy conversion in quantum systems away from equilibrium.

• YouTube
• 25 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Probing the Universality of Topological Defect Formation in a Quantum Annealer - Adolfo Del Campo

Exploring topological defect formation in quantum annealing, examining universality and its implications for quantum systems away from equilibrium.

• YouTube
• 26 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making Art Work - Art and Technology in the Age of Apollo - KITP Book Talk by Patrick McCray

Explore the fascinating intersection of art, technology, and science from the 1950s onward. Discover how artists and technologists collaborated to create innovative multimedia works, shaping new creative cultures and communities.

• YouTube
• 39 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Membranes and Interfaces - From Cells to Tissues - KITP Blackboard Talk by Jean François Joanny

Explore cell and tissue membranes and interfaces in this theoretical physics lecture, bridging biological concepts with physical principles for a deeper understanding of cellular structures.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 1 minute
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Majorana Zero Modes Discussion - Chair- Jason Alicea

Discussion on recent developments in Majorana zero modes, covering experimental platforms, theoretical methods, and potential applications in quantum computing. Explores advancements in realizing and detecting these elusive particles.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Latest Semiconducting Nanowire Designs in the Search for Majorana Modes - Elsa Prada

Explore cutting-edge semiconducting nanowire designs for Majorana modes, focusing on ferromagnetic and full-shell hybrid nanowires. Discover recent advancements in this exciting field of condensed matter physics.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Iron-Based Superconductors as a New Majorana Playground - Hong Ding

Exploring iron-based superconductors as potential hosts for Majorana zero modes, discussing recent developments and implications for quantum computing and condensed matter physics.

• YouTube
• 43 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Precision Measurements in the High Luminosity LHC - KITP Blackboard Talk by Carlos Wagner

Explore precision measurements in high-luminosity LHC experiments with Carlos Wagner's KITP Blackboard Talk, fostering cross-program communication and unity in theoretical physics.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 6 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video