Spin-orbit coupled p-orbital bands

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Abstract

We investigate novel phases for a 2D spin-orbit coupled bosonic p-orbital system based on recent experiments. The orbital degree of freedom and spin-orbit coupling are shown to compete and bring about novel phases in the presence of interactions. We develop a self-consistent method for bosons to solve the phase diagram, with the interesting topological features being discussed.

*MOST, NSFC, Thousand-Young-Talent Program of China.

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Authors

  • Yan-Qi Wang

    • International Center for Quantum Materials, School of Physics, Peking University, Beijing 100871, China