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superconductivity

Theoretical Physics - From Outer Space to Plasma

Superfluids in Flatland: Topology, Defects, and the 2016 Nobel Prize

In this talk, Siddharth Parameswaran discusses how a topological approach to 2D systems reveal that they can indeed become superfluid, and lead to surprising and beautiful universal results whose implications continue to resonate today.
Theoretical Physics - From Outer Space to Plasma

Quantum mechanics on the human scale

Stephen Blundell reviews a theory of superconductivity that was developed in Oxford in the 1930’s by Fritz London.
Oxford Physics Public Lectures

Superconductors: Miracle Materials

An introduction to the fascinating world of superconductors and the many surprising phenomena they exhibit, from zero resistance to quantum levitation.
Oxford Physics Public Lectures
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Superconductors: why it’s cool to be repulsive

A family-friendly demonstration of superconductors in action. Fran explores the low temperatures we need to make them work, and how we can use superconductors for levitating trains.

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