Research
Current Research
Quantum materials explicitly exploit the quantum nature of the collective atomic constituents
for novel and unexpected phenomena that cannot be obtained by the individual atoms.
Our group specializes in cutting edge computational techniques and theoretical models
to predict and understand new materials and the associated properties. Currently we
focus on the chiral properties of materials, such as magnetism, structural, and topological.
These properties show some of the most amazing features and responses to external
interactions. The goal of the multifaceted group is to understand 2D interfaces of
chiral materials and 3D bulk magnetic textures along with the responses to external
perturbations. This is pursued by state-of-the-art theoretical calculations along
from with a combination of first-principle calculations and classical spin dynamics.
We also support the experimental evidence in the visualization and transport responses
of these unique magnetic textures. From here, there is a strong possibility to interact
with these magnetic states with various quantum materials, such as superconductors
and Weyl semimetals. Members of the group will collaborate with experimentalist and
theorist at USF and around the world.