Topological Materials

Topological materials are a class of materials with unique electronic properties governed by the geometry and symmetry of their electronic states. Their special features arise from the way their electrons move, often resulting in conducting surfaces or edges while the interior remains insulating. This behavior is protected by the material's underlying quantum structure, making these properties robust against disturbances. Such materials hold promise for advanced technologies like quantum computing and low-power electronics due to their stability and exotic electronic behaviors rooted in topology—a branch of mathematics.