Ginzburg-Landau Theory of Condensates: Thermodynamics, Dynamics and Formation of Topological Matter

Description

Ginzburg-Landau theory is an important tool in condensed matter physics research, describing the ordered phases of condensed matter, including the dynamics, elasticity, and thermodynamics of the condensed configurations. In this systematic introduction to Ginzberg-Landau theory, both common and topological excitations are considered on the same footing (including their thermodynamics and dynamical phenomena). The role of the topological versus energetic considerations is made clear. Required mathematics (symmetry, including lattice translation, topology, and perturbative techniques) are introduced as needed. The results are illustrated using arguably the most fascinating class of such systems, high Tc superconductors subject to magnetic field. This book is an important reference for both researchers and graduate students working in condensed matter physics or can act as a textbook for those taking advanced courses on these topics.

Baruch Rosenstein is a professor at National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University at Hsinchu, Taiwan (ROC). His scientific interests in field theory and critical phenomena have gradually shifted toward condensed matter physics during postdoctoral experience at the University of Texas (Austin) and the University of British Columbia. Dingping Li is a professor at Peking University, Beijing. His scientific interests are condensed matter physics in the area of superconductivity and Bose-Einstein condensation in cold atoms. His postdoctoral experience included working at the National Institute for Nuclear Physics of Italy and the International Centre for Theoretical Physics in Trieste, Italy.

'Baruch Rosenstein and Dingping Li, renowned experts in the theory of superconductivity, will guide readers, like Dante's Virgil, through the circles of the fascinating world of Topological Matter.' Andrey Varlamov, CNR-SPIN and University of Tor Vergata