Topological Order & Anyons - Quantum Engineering of Emergent Physics
Scholarship Description
A full-time MQRES PhD scholarship is available in the Department of Physics. Strongly correlated states of matter such as lattices of quantum mechanical spins can exhibit unusual behaviour known as topological order. This type of matter has emergent physics mimicking elementary particles and fields and is remarkably accessible in table top experiments. A striking outcome in two dimensional lattices are particles dubbed anyons which have richer statistics than bosons and fermions in nature, and can perform intrinsically error free quantum computation. This theory project will find ways to design such states by quantum engineering the microscopic physics. Prospective applicants should, in the first instance, submit a cover letter detailing relevant experience, a CV and an academic transcript to the principal supervisor after referring to http://www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/scholarships for more information. Applicants should quote 2010102 on their application.
| Reference Number: | 4770 |
| Study Subject: | Physics: Topological order and anyons - quantum engineering of emergent physics |
| Web Address: | http://www.hdr.mq.edu.au/information_about/applications |
| Provided By: | Macquarie University |
| To be undertaken at: | Macquarie University. |
| Level: | Post Graduate |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until November 1, 2010.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD22500 (per annum). This award is to be used for research, living expenses and fees. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 and a half years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: Atomic & molecular phys; nuclear & particle phys;plasma phys or Optical physics.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must consult the scholarship web site. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Gavin Brennen (Associate Professor) Department of Physics Phone: +61 2 9850 4445 Email: gavin.brennen@mq.edu.au Address: Macquarie University North Ryde NSW, Australia 2109 |