Solid State Magnetism and Electron Correlations
Schedule of examinations: HERE.
Objectives:
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To get insight into fundamentals of magnetism and electron correlations in solids.
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To learn about principles of advanced experimental methods and their interpretation.
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To understand the basic concepts of electron correlation in solids and its implications.
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To apply this knowledge to understand and to assess modern research trends in condensed matter physics.
Lecturer: Prof. Rüdiger Klingeler
Location: Kirchhoff-Institute for Physics INF 227, Tue: SR 1.403; Thu: 2.403
Time: Tue & Thur 11:15 - 12:45 h
SWS: 6; Credit Points: 8
Tutorials: Weekly on Wednesday, 14:15 - 15:45 h (KIP, SR 2.403)
Tutor: Dr. Johannes Werner
Link to online registration: Here
Topics:
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Magnetism and electronic properties of atoms and ions
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Electronic properties of solids, crystal field theory
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Magnetism in metals, micro- and nanomagnetism
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Hubbard model, Mott insulators
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Magnetism in insulators, magnetic interactions
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Collective phenomena: spin ordering and phase transitions
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Magnetoresistive Effects: Spintronics
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Quantum Magnetism
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Magnetism and its relevance for high-temperature superconductivity