Date and Time: May 21, 2025; Time: 3 PM; Venue: S N Bose Hall

Speaker:  Dr Ratnadwip Singha, Department of Physics, Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, Assam 781039.

Talk Title:  Using crystallographic motifs to search for new quantum materials

Abstract: Search for new quantum materials typically involves meticulous scanning of the material databases and performing density functional theory-based calculations to obtain their electronic band structure. Though effective, this method is relatively computationally expensive. We will show that basic chemical reasoning, especially using crystallographic motifs, can vastly streamline this process. We will discuss a particular material group called the square-net family in the context of topological materials. At the same time, similar chemical reasoning can also be used to find new quantum materials with unique functionalities.   

All are cordially welcome to attend the same.

Narayan Pradhan

Chair- School of Materials Sciences