Strongly Correlated Electron Systems

Strongly correlated electron systems are materials where electrons interact with each other very strongly, so their behavior cannot be described simply as independent particles. In these materials, the interactions lead to complex phenomena like magnetism, unconventional superconductivity, and insulating states, despite expectations that they should conduct electricity. Studying these systems helps scientists understand and develop new electronic devices, as their properties emerge from the collective behavior of electrons rather than individual actions. They challenge traditional theories of materials and are key to advancing condensed matter physics.