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Strongly Correlated Quantum Physics Lab
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The lab experimentally explores exotic superconductivity in strongly correlated electron systems.
AboutAbout the lab
Exploring the exotic quantum world woven by strongly correlated electrons
The Strongly Correlated Quantum Physics Lab experimentally studies new quantum states, such as the exotic superconductivity found in a group of materials known as strongly correlated electron systems.
In particular, aiming to clarify the mechanism behind exotic superconductivity, the lab investigates both the superconducting state and the normal state in which it arises.
The lab does not engage in materials development or sample growth. Its policy is to carry out thoroughly dedicated experiments that other groups cannot easily imitate.
On the lab's website, it is presented under the name 'Izawa Lab.'
Key terms
- strongly correlated electron systems
- A group of materials in which electrons repel one another through strong Coulomb forces and move while influencing one another
- anisotropic superconductivity
- Novel superconductivity that is difficult to explain with conventional BCS theory. Also called unconventional superconductivity
- nodal structure
- In an anisotropic superconductor, the shape of the nodes, the places where the superconducting pair function becomes zero in certain directions
- diamond anvil cell
- A device used for measurements under high pressures of 10 GPa or more. Abbreviated as DAC
ResearchResearch themes
The lab studies exotic quantum phenomena, such as anomalous metallic states and anisotropic superconducting states, found in a group of materials known as strongly correlated electron systems. Through experiments under multiple extreme conditions, including ultralow temperatures of 20 mK, high magnetic fields of 18 T, and high pressures of 10 GPa, the lab aims to elucidate these phenomena and discover new quantum phenomena.
*Illustrative imageSymmetry of Exotic Superconductivity
The lab targets anisotropic superconductivity, a type of superconductivity, in which electrical resistance drops to zero, that is difficult to explain with conventional theory. By precisely measuring thermal conductivity and specific heat while varying the magnitude and direction of the magnetic field and the pressure, the lab investigates the nodal structure.
*Illustrative imageExperiments Under Multiple Extreme Conditions
Using diamond anvil cells, the lab precisely measures electrical resistivity and specific heat under high pressures of 10 GPa or more, and investigates topics such as the pressure phase diagrams of pressure-induced superconductors. For high magnetic fields, in collaboration with the Grenoble High Magnetic Field Laboratory in France, the lab has developed techniques to measure thermal conductivity and other properties at magnetic fields up to 28 T and temperatures down to 100 mK.
MembersFaculty
The members of the Strongly Correlated Quantum Physics Lab consist of faculty members, doctoral, master's, and undergraduate students, and secretaries.As of 2026
- ProfessorKoichi Izawa
- Associate ProfessorMasaaki Shimozawa
- Assistant ProfessorYu Yamane
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The top and research theme images are illustrative and were not taken at the lab. They are cropped from Wikimedia Commons images. Cropped CC BY-SA images are provided under the same CC BY-SA license as the original (version shown on each line).
- Top image: “Dilution Fridge in 16K Resolution 002” OJB Quantum / CC BY 4.0 (cropped)
- Symmetry of Exotic Superconductivity: “Magnetic levitation of a superconductor” Your stepbro sunset / CC BY 4.0 (cropped)
- Experiments Under Multiple Extreme Conditions: “A young scientist repairs the high-pressure control element” Alexandr_usik / CC BY 4.0 (cropped)
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