Quantum optics seminar

Probing Electron Correlation Dynamics in Charge-Transfer Insulators via Two-Color High-Harmonic Spectroscopy

Mr. Roy Wolf
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
Date Wed, 12 Aug 2026
Time 16:00 – 17:00
Venue Zoom only

Abstract

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83582737652?pwd=mKfkV4ZrmrLIaI0ozfNLJztQZPhbTv.1

This is a student lecture.

Abstract:
Strongly correlated materials host a rich spectrum of non-equilibrium phenomena dominated by the on-site Coulomb repulsion. In charge-transfer insulators, this repulsion - denoted as the Hubbard -is theoretically predicted to undergo dynamic, sub-femtosecond modulations under intense laser fields, yet direct experimental observation of transient correlation dynamics has remained elusive. In this talk, we introduce two-color High-Harmonic Generation (HHG) spectroscopy to address this challenge. By leveraging phase-dependent driving fields to probe sub-cycle carrier trajectories, we isolate and track the ultrafast evolution of electron correlations in real time, providing a direct experimental benchmark for strong-field theory in correlated solids.
Created on 10-08-2026 by Folman, Ron (folman) · Updated on 10-08-2026 by Folman, Ron (folman)
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