Topological phases and strong correlations in many-body systems and light-matter hybrids

In the last decades, condensed matter, atomic and optical physics have come together to give rise to new fields of physics a t their intersection following the remarkable experimental and theoretical advances. On one hand, atomic, photonic and mesoscopic quantum platforms have made possible the simulation of strongly correlated and topological phases of quantum matter. On the other side, ultra-fast and non-linear techniques of optical physics have provided new tools to probe and drive materials out-of-equilibrium at the quantum level with strong electromagnetic fields, i.e., Floquet e ngineering. A new endeavor at the intersection between these fields is the possibility to control and engineer quantum matter with quantum fields originating from a cavity i.e., cavity QED engineering a s a result of strong and ultra-strong coupling between light and matter.

The aim of this workshop is to bring together scientists from the vibrant fields of topological and strongly correlated condensed matter, quantum simulation, Floquet engineering and cavity QED materials, in order create an interacting engagement between the different communities. This will allow the mutual exchange of knowledge, expertise and tools between the different communities, will push these fields in to new exciting directions and draw the future lines of research to be explored on how the nature of quantum matter can be probed, controlled and engineered.

There is a limit to attendee count for the workshop, so please apply early. If the workshop is oversubscribed, it will be announced here.