Topology in Condensed Matter

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This course explores the role of topology and geometry in condensed matter physics. This course will cover a variety of topics, including Berry phase and Berry curvature, quantum Hall effect and quantum anomalous Hall effect, time reversal symmetry and quantum spin Hall effect, Landauer-Buttiker formalism, 3D topological insulators, Dirac and Weyl semimetals, as well as other research frontiers in topological physics of condensed matter systems. Students will engage with current research literature, discussing prototypical models, formal theory and experiments on topological states of matter.