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Unravelling odd-frequency superfluidity with quantum Monte Carlo simulations
✓ Fully Funded
computational physics
condensed matter
quantum mechanics
quantum monte carlo
solid state physics
superfluidity
theoretical physics
ultracold atoms
Discover and model the elusive odd-frequency superfluidity using advanced quantum Monte Carlo simulations. Join an international team to push the boundaries of quantum materials and theoretical physics.
AI-generated overview
Odd-Frequency Superfluidity
Quantum Monte Carlo
Fermionic Pairing
Ultracold Atoms
Many-Body Quantum Models
Condensed Matter Theory
Project Description
This fully funded PhD project at Massey University in Auckland, New Zealand, explores the theoretical and computational physics of odd-frequency superfluidity.
Odd-frequency superfluidity is a proposed but still unconfirmed phenomenon in which fermions pair in time rather than space to produce superfluid or superconducting behaviour. The project aims to investigate the existence, stability, and physical properties of this phenomenon using advanced quantum many-body models.
The research will focus on:
examining existing models that display odd-frequency fermionic pairing
developing new quantum many-body models
studying systems relevant to ultracold atom experiments
using quantum Monte Carlo simulations as the main computational method
contributing to the open-source code base Rimu.jl
applying other theoretical and approximate methods where needed
The project is part of a wider Marsden Fund research programme and includes collaboration with a postdoctoral fellow and international researchers in condensed matter theory, Monte Carlo methods, and ultracold atom experiments.
Entry Requirements
Strong background in Physics, Theoretical Physics, Computational Physics, or related field
Interest in quantum many-body theory and simulation
Interest in computational research and open-source scientific code
Interest in quantum many-body theory and simulation
Interest in computational research and open-source scientific code
How to Apply
Contact the supervisor for enquiries:
Joachim Brand
j.brand@massey.ac.nz
Joachim Brand
j.brand@massey.ac.nz
Eligibility
UK/Home
EU
International
Supervisor Profile
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Prof Joachim Brand
Massey University, Theoretical and Computational Physics
Prof Joachim Brand specializes in theoretical and computational physics with a focus on quantum many-body systems. His research integrates quantum Monte Carlo methods and collaborations across condensed-matter theory, ultracold atoms, and computational modeling. He has established a strong track record in advancing understanding of quantum superfluidity and related phenomena.
Key Publications
Quantum turbulence in trapped atomic Bose–Einstein condensates
This paper explores quantum turbulence phenomena in Bose-Einstein condensates, shedding light on vortex dynamics and turbulence analogies with classical fluids.
Universal scaling laws in the quantum dynamics of ultracold atoms
The paper establishes universal behaviors in nonequilibrium quantum dynamics that can govern a broad class of ultracold atomic systems.
Non-equilibrium dynamics of one-dimensional Bose gases
Investigates the relaxation and thermalization processes in one-dimensional Bose gases, contributing to understanding integrability and many-body localization.
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