Title: Concepts of Geometry in Condensed Matter Physics
Xu Yang (The Ohio State University), 7/27, 7/29, 7/31, 8/2, 8/4, 8/6, 8/8, 20:00-22:00
Course Overview: I will focus on the role of geometry in condensed matter physics. I will develop necessary mathematical techniques in solving physics-motivated problems along the way. Topics including the Fermi liquid theory, quantum Hall effects, response theories and quasi-crystals will be discussed. Mathematical tools of Morse theory and algebraic topology will be introduced. This short course will be lectures aiming at providing students with a perspective of the role of geometry in condensed matter physics. Students with a general physics and math background (~level of sophomore) and a certain degree of mathematical maturity are encouraged to enroll.
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Course contents: I will be focusing on the following topics.
Homework Policy: There will be homework problems to help students get familiar with ideas and calculations. In addition, I would recommend students write a term paper about interesting topics related to geometry in condensed matter physics. I will provide references if students need guidance/advice on the potential topics of their interest.
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