Working group Quantum Correlated Materials

Intermetallic and oxidic system with materials with correlated electrons (“Quantum Correlated Materials”)

M. Brützam

In 1997, W. Aßmus and G. Behr founded the working group “AK Intermetallica,” initially representing “Intermetallic and Oxidic Materials with Spin and Charge Correlations.” As the group’s research focus evolved, we adopted a name that better reflected our current work. Through a vote, we selected “Quantum Correlated Materials” as the new designation. Members meet annually at various locations to exchange scientific ideas. We typically conduct basic academic research, primarily focusing on growing single crystals—mostly of intermetallic and oxide materials—with unusual physical properties, achieving sufficient purity and size. Relevant phenomena include (unconventional) superconductivity, exotic magnetism, heavy fermion behavior, charge ordering, and quantum criticality. We grow crystals ranging in size from centimeters to a few micrometers using techniques such as the floating zone method or high-temperature solution growth.

Contact person

Dr. Sabine Wurmehl
E-mail: s.wurmehl@ifw-dresden.de

IFW Dresden

Helmholtzstraße 20, 01069 Dresden

Telefon: +49 (0) 351 4659-519

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