International Workshop Open Quantum Dynamics and Thermodynamics

Date

March 22 – March 26, 2021

Location

PCS Video Conference(further details: pcs@ibs.re.kr)

Scientific coordinator

Peter Talkner (University of Augsburg, Germany)
Tapio Ala-Nissila (Aalto University, Finland & Loughborough University, UK)
Jayendra Nath Bandyopadhyay (BITS Pilani, India)
Juzar Thingna (PCS IBS)

Organizers

Gileun Lee (PCS IBS)
Jaehee Kwon (PCS IBS)

Overview

The field of open quantum systems is undergoing a rapid phase of development due to the emergence of new devices based on quantum superposition and coherence. In this context, it is crucial to understand: (i) the thermodynamic behavior of small quantum systems, in particular when in contact with an environment; (ii) the related fluctuation relations that connect thermodynamic quantities such as work and free energy of the device; (iii) effects of intermediate and strong coupling to the environment; (iv) many-body effects and their persistence in the presence of dissipation. The aim of the workshop is to bring together leading researchers in this field to present new results and appropriate methodologies to identify and attack the relevant open problems of the field. The invited and contributed talks will cover these aspects related to open quantum systems and also to quantum computing, quantum heat engines, and optimal control of quantum systems.

Topics include:

• Strong coupling and non-Markovian (thermo-)dynamics
• Quantum machines
• Many-body open systems
• Driven open systems
• Fluctuation theorems

To apply for participation in the Workshop, complete the online application form by March 1, 2021.

For further information, please contact:
Ms. Gileun Lee - pcs@ibs.re.kr
Visitor Program, PCS IBS, Daejeon, Korea

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