Quantum Matter Team
More is different. We study how.
We explore states of quantum matter, both in and out of equilibrium, and the collective quantum phenomena that emerge when many quantum degrees of freedom interact.
A research team in LaPMET (Associated Laboratory), part of CeFEMA's Theory Group, at the Alameda campus Physics Department of Instituto Superior Técnico, Universidade de Lisboa. We are active members of the QM@PT network.
Why is this interesting?
Quantum materials and quantum technologies both depend on how many quantum particles behave together. Understanding that collective behaviour is a route to a deeper understanding of quantum materials and to the advancement of quantum technologies.
“The behavior of large and complex aggregates of elementary particles, it turns out, is not to be understood in terms of a simple extrapolation of the properties of a few particles. Instead, at each level of complexity entirely new properties appear, and the understanding of the new behaviors requires research which I think is as fundamental in its nature as any other.”
How do we study it?
We combine analytical methods with large-scale numerics, at the interface between condensed matter physics, statistical mechanics and quantum information theory, and we collaborate with researchers across the world.
What do we work on?
- Quantum chaos in open systems
- Driven matter and transport
- Quasiperiodic and moiré materials
- Quantum information and noisy devices
- Localization, constraints and gauge theories
What do we stand for?
We aim to push the frontiers of knowledge with ambitious and original research, in an environment where people are encouraged to take ownership of their projects and reach their full potential. We value open and collaborative work across groups, countries and disciplines, because the questions we care about are hard and typically span several fields.