[Book?] Scattering processes in Condensed Matter

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the use of Feynman diagrams in condensed matter physics (CMP), specifically regarding their application to calculate scattering amplitudes and cross sections. Participants are seeking recommendations for books that adequately cover this topic, similar to how it is approached in quantum field theory (QFT).

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that Feynman diagrams are used in CMP to calculate Green's functions and questions their application to scattering amplitudes and cross sections.
  • Another participant suggests a book as a potential resource for this topic.
  • A participant expresses dissatisfaction with the suggested book, stating it focuses primarily on Green's functions and provides only a brief mention of scattering amplitudes.
  • Further recommendations are made, including specific chapters from other resources that may address the topic more thoroughly.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on a satisfactory resource for learning about scattering amplitudes in CMP, indicating that multiple competing views and recommendations exist.

Contextual Notes

Some participants express limitations in the existing literature, particularly regarding the depth of coverage on scattering amplitudes compared to Green's functions.

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Hi guys,

i know that there are Feynman diagrams in condensed matter around. As far as i understood it they are used to calculate Green's functions but as we all know from qft Feynman diagrams can also be used to calculated scattering amplitudes...so, i wonder if there is a book around with explains the uses of Feynman diagrams to calculate scattering amplitudes/cross section in CMP as we know and love it from QFT (if there is such a thing as an amplitude in condensed matter physics)

Thanks,
earht2
 
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Thanks for the reply. I do already have this book and find it quite unsatisfactory somehow. The author is mainly concerned with Green's function and only mentions scattering amplitudes very very briefly without details...

So thanks again!
Other recommendations?

Cheers
 
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