Theory Perspective: SCES '05 Vienna

In summary, Piers Coleman's review is a highly recommended reading on condensed matter physics. It discusses the "new" discoveries and challenges in the field, which have implications beyond just condensed matter. The paper also serves as a counter to claims that physicists only study familiar and comfortable topics, as it delves into new and unusual concepts that challenge our understanding of the field.
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This review by Piers Coleman is a Tour de Force article on why condensed matter physics is such an exciting field of study. This conference highlights all the "new" stuff from condensed matter that still baffles people, and why they are so crucial not just within that field, but beyond.

This is a highly recommended reading.

http://arxiv.org/abs/cond-mat/0512463

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Good paper. Investigating the possible elementary excitations in heavy fermion systems seems like an exciting experimental challenge.
 
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What I like about this paper is that it lists all the "new" stuff that came into their own this past year or so. For people who understand the development in condensed matter, some of these things that have been discovered or found are truly jaw-dropping. The insight into these problems and issues have ramifications throughout physics just from the theoretical progress alone.

This paper also is a clear example to counter all those claims by various quacks that physicists only want to hold the "party line" and only study things that we are familiar and comfortable with. The stuff that Piers Coleman has listed are certainly anything but familiar and comfortable. They are new, unusual, and challenges our true understanding of the field.

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That's not sufficient for the crackpots. Unless you're ready to accept the possibility that the universe is actually a 6n-dimensional froglike entity you'll always be standing in the way of true understanding and blah blah blah of the physical world.
 

1. What is SCES '05 Vienna?

SCES '05 Vienna refers to the 2005 International Conference on Strongly Correlated Electron Systems, which was held in Vienna, Austria. It focused on the theoretical perspective of studying these systems.

2. What is the purpose of the conference?

The purpose of the conference was to bring together scientists from around the world to discuss and present their research on strongly correlated electron systems. It aimed to promote collaboration and advance our understanding of these complex materials.

3. Who attended the conference?

The conference was attended by scientists, researchers, and experts in the field of strongly correlated electron systems. Attendees came from various countries and institutions, including universities, research centers, and government agencies.

4. What topics were discussed at the conference?

The conference covered a wide range of topics related to strongly correlated electron systems, including novel materials, theoretical approaches, and experimental techniques. Some specific topics included quantum phase transitions, exotic phases, and unconventional superconductivity.

5. Was there any notable outcome or discovery from the conference?

The conference led to the sharing of new research findings and ideas, as well as the formation of collaborations between scientists from different backgrounds. It also sparked discussions on potential future directions for studying strongly correlated electron systems.

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