HOLOMAT · Holography in Motion: combining the AdS/CFT correspondence with advanced numerical techniques to study strongly interacting systems out of equilibrium.
Horizon 2020 — Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions
- Duration
- 2021-09-01 → 2023-08-31
- EU contribution
- €175,572
- Participants
- 1
- Scheme
- MSCA-IF
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Results in brief
Holography in Motion: combining the AdS/CFT correspondence with advanced numerical techniques to study strongly interacting systems out of equilibrium.
1. Problem/Issue Being Addressed: This research addresses the elusive nature of strange metals, which represent a unique and puzzling state of matter that conventional theories cannot fully explain. They are characterized by unusual electrical conductivity and lack of a well-defined description in terms of the transport of particles or particle-like excitations (quasi-particles). Despite decades of research, the fundamental mechanisms underlying the behavior of strange metals remain poorly understood. 2. Importance for Society: a. Fundamental Physics: Strange metals challenge the existing paradigms of condensed matter physics, offering a window into novel and exotic quantum states of matter. Solving the mystery of strange metals could lead to groundbreaking discoveries in our understanding of quantum physics and could pave the way for new theoretical frameworks. b. Technological Implications: Strange metals have potential applications in various technologies, such as high-temperature superconductors and quantum computing. Unlocking the secrets of strange metals may lead to the development of advanced materials and technologies with significant societal benefits. c. Energy and Sustainability: Improved understanding of the thermoelectric properties of strange metals can have practical applications in energy conversion and harvesting. Enhanced thermoelectric materials could contribute to more efficient and sustainable energy utilization, reducing the environmental impact of energy production. d. Educational and Inspirational Value: Investigating enigmatic problems like strange metals can inspire the next generation of scientists and researchers. It demonstrates the ongoing quest for knowledge and the power of scientific inquiry. 3. Overall Objectives: a. Numerical Simulation: Utilize advanced numerical techniques to simulate the behavior of strange metals. This involved solving complex mathematical equations and running extensive computer simulations. b. Thermo-Electric Transport Coefficients: Calculate and analyze the thermo-electric transport coefficients, which provide critical information about how these materials conduct heat and electricity under various conditions. c. Temperature and Lattice Strength Dependencies: Investigate how the transport coefficients change as the system transitions between different temperature regimes. Additionally, study the impact of lattice strength on the behavior of strange metals to gain insights into their properties under different structural conditions. d. Theoretical Insights: Develop theoretical frameworks and models that can explain the observed phenomena and provide a foundation for further research. e. Dissemination of Findings: Share the research findings through scientific publications and presentations at conferences to contribute to the collective knowledge in the field of condensed matter physics and inspire further investigations.
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Project objective
The science objective of the proposal is twofold: (1) to adapt the state of the art numerical techniques being used in the field of holography to tackle more complex systems in equilibrium than before; and (2) to augment these methods by adopting state of the art techniques in numerical relativity to tackle much more complicated dynamical systems out of equilibrium. Objective 1 will be achieved by using the spectral and relaxation methods, currently implemented by the host in their local computing cluster, to study the effects of periodic and random potentials as well as thermal perturbations and quenches on the transport properties of holographic strange metals. Objective 2 will be achieved by studying vortex dynamics and collisions in holographic superfluids implementing recent advancements in numerical relativity that have been used to revolutionize the simulation of black hole collisions. The proposal is relevant to the Work Program in several key aspects. By the nature of the topic of holography, this proposal will foster strong inter-disciplinary collaboration between the string theory and condensed matter communities as well as strong cooperation within the institutes in the Delta ITP (Amsterdam, Leiden, and Utrecht). It will also foster strong international cooperation, particularly within Europe, given the strong links of the experienced researcher with high-energy and condensed matter research groups particularly in Germany, Denmark, and Sweden. Finally, it will equip the experienced researcher with the ability to implement numerical methods on a large scale and on computing clusters, which is a skill that is readily transferable to any sector of quantitative work. This will ensure that the researcher leaves the program with an extremely competitive and compelling skillset to enter the job market, whether it be in academia, industry, finance, or any other quantitative field.
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Participants
- UNIVERSITEIT LEIDEN · LeidenCoordinatorNetherlands
Links
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- DOI: 10.3030/101024967
- https://www.lorentz.leidenuniv.nl/zaanen/wordpress/research/259-2/
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