Designer Quantum Materials: Van der Waals Heterostructures

This lecture by the instructor covers the design of quantum materials in van der Waals heterostructures, focusing on superconductors, topological materials, and quantum spin liquids. The talk delves into the relevant parameters, experimental platforms, and the concept of topological superconductivity. It also explores the growth of monolayer ferromagnets and the modulation of Shiba bands in moiré structures, showcasing the interplay between different materials and the emergence of topological superconductivity. The lecture concludes with a discussion on the realization of topological superconductivity and the potential applications of 1D Majorana zero modes and periodic potentials.