Correlated quantum systems near and far from equilibrium

2026-05-11 09:00 2026-02-05 Correlated quantum systems near and far from equilibrium Institut Pascal
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Subjects : Physics

Far from equilibrium dynamics in strongly-coupled systems is a formidable challenge, presenting itself across energy scales, from the quark-gluon plasma in high energy to strongly-correlated materials in condensed matter. 

Organizing Committee:
  • Blaise Goutéraux
  • Erik van Heumen
  • Andrew Lucas
  • Benjamin Withers
  • Freek Massee

 

Program Manager: Francesca Sconfienza
Deadline for primary consideration of applications: February 22nd, 2026

Experiments on ultra-short time scales have permeated research in strongly correlated condensed matter systems, probing entirely new regimes of hydrodynamics near equilibrium, including fluctuation and nonlinear effects.

The four-week program will bring leading experts from both high energy and condensed matter together in a highly interdisciplinary program to discuss the latest advances in theory and experiment. To facilitate interactions between different communities, each week follows the following pattern

 

  • Mondays: In light of the variety of scientific backgrounds and methods we expect to host one introductory lecture per week (aimed at PhD candidates or researchers from a different field), with the rest of the time on Monday dedicated to discussions.
  • Tuesdays, Thursdays: Two talks in the morning, with the afternoon dedicated to discussions.
  • Wednesdays: A more busy day with several shorter contributions.
  • Fridays: Scheduled discussion sessions based on topics of interest identified by the participants present on any given week, as well as suggestions from the organizers.