Topological Insulators

Provides an introduction to topological matter with a focus on insulating bulk systems. A number of prerequisite concepts and tools are first laid out. The main part of the book discusses realistic models for both time-reversal-preserving and -violating topological insulators, as well as their characteristic responses to external perturbations.

Ofera o introducere in materie topologica, cu accent pe sistemele izolante in vrac. Mai intai sunt prezentate o serie de concepte si instrumente prealabile.