Multi Functional Materials

Electrons in solid state matter interact with each other in myriad ways. Notable consequences of these enigmatic electron-electron interactions include diverse electronic ground states like magnetism, superconductivity, and ferroelectricity. Our principal research interests lie in the synthesis of novel multifunctional materials, and in discerning the  underlying physical processes which drive these novel electronic states.  Of particular interest are systems in which properties can be tuned as a function of external control parameters like temperature, pressure, and magnetic or electric fields.