Low-energy theories for strongly correlated spin-orbit electron systems in one and two spatial dimensions (B04)

• Subject Area: Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
• Term: since 2015
• Project identifier: Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - Project number 258499086

In this project, we theoretically investigate bulk interaction effects in topological insulators, and the nature of possible Mott transitions within such strongly spin-orbit coupled electron systems. Special emphasis will be put on the role of doping in low-dimensional spin systems, and the study of intertwining spin and charge degrees of freedom.

• DFG Programme: Collaborative Research Centres
• Subproject of: SFB 1170: Topological and Correlated Electronics at Surfaces and Interfaces ("ToCoTronics")
• Applicant Institution: Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg
• Project Heads: Privatdozent Dr. Martin Greiter; Professor Dr. Ronny Thomale