Effective Field Theory in Condensed Matter Physics
R.Shankar (Yale University)
TL;DR
This paper discusses the application of effective field theories in condensed matter physics, illustrating their use through examples like Fermi liquids, sigma models, Dirac fermions, and the Gross Neveu model.
Contribution
It provides a concise overview of how various effective field theories are employed to understand complex phenomena in condensed matter physics.
Findings
Effective field theories elucidate complex condensed matter phenomena.
Examples include Landau's Fermi liquid and topological sigma models.
The paper highlights the versatility of field theories in condensed matter research.
Abstract
Some personal reminiscences are followed by a brief illustration of how effective field theories are used in condensed matter physics. Examples include Landau's Fermi liquid, sigma models with topological terms, Dirac fermions and the Gross Neveu model.
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