The promise of topological materials in quantum technologies has yet to be fulfilled. In part, this is due to a lack of suitable solid-state systems supporting non-trivial topology and desirable energetic properties. Can generative AI help fill this gap?

Remarkably, band topology is generally robust to the introduction of disorder which does not close the bulk energetic gap. I am investigating the fate of band topogy in disordered systems admitting symmetry protected topology. I am also investigating the effects of disorder in projected topological branes, in which the properties of d-dimensional systems are embedded in (d-1)-dimensions.

Modern technology is heavily reliant on rare-earths for their electronic properties. This has come at an environmental and increasing financial cost. Can we identify organic materials which replicate these desirable properties?