Physics
PHYS 261 Fundamentals of Mesoscopic Systems
Introduction to the physics of electrons and particles on length scales between micro and macro worlds, at which the laws of quantum mechanics govern macroscopic behavior. Covered topics include, but are not limited to, quantum effects in electron transport in solids, Anderson localization, quantum Hall effect, physics of topological insulators, and an introduction to superconductivity. Connections with electronic devices and their properties when they are miniaturized as a result of their quantum mechanical properties is discussed.