Space, matter and topology
arXiv:1607.00666 · doi:10.1038/nphys3800
Abstract
An old branch of mathematics, Topology, has opened the road to the discovery of new phases of matter. A hidden topology in the energy spectrum is the key for novel conducting/insulating properties of topological matter.
Invited Commentary for Nature Physics Focus issue on Topological Matter, 8 pages 1 figure