Department of Physics · IISER Pune

Exploring Quantum Matter
Ab Initio to Models

We explore how strong interactions, spin-orbit coupling, dimensionality, quantum fluctuations, and topology shape both fundamental quantum behaviors and novel emergent phenomena.

two-dimensional oxides
Magnetism in non-vdW oxide flakes
two-dimensional magnetism
Room-temperature ferromagnetism in monolayer
QHA-Axion
All electric topological phase transition
Emergent
Emergent physics in quantum heterostructures
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Oxide flakes
Phys. Rev. B 111, 134409 (2025)

2D Magnetism gets hot! 🔥

Ultrathin SrRu2O6 nanosheets exhibit high-temperature magnetism, where intrinsic charge doping plays an intriguing role.

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Oxide flakes
Phys. Rev. B 110, L020403 (2024)

Spin liquids go magnetic in 2D

When thinned down to a monolayer, the proximate Kitaev spin liquid Na2IrO3 exhibits enhanced magnetic ordering.

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Oxide flakes
Phys. Rev. Lett. 132, 116301 (2024)

θ-TaN: Cooler than Copper

By modeling electron–phonon interactions, we predict a colossal and unconventional pressure dependence of thermal conductivity.

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2026

Goa conference QM:F2F–2026 Organized

Quantum Materials: Fundamentals to Functionalities (QM:F2F) 2026 was successfully organized, featuring engaging scientific discussions.

2025

PSI–K India Conference Organized

Aapali PSI-K 2025 was successfully organized, featuring national and international experts.

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