Whither solid state physics

Ramakrishnan, TV (1994) Whither solid state physics. In: Current Science (Bangalore), 67 (11). pp. 871-873.

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Abstract

The physics of the solid state has grown into that of condensed matter and is now expanding into the study of a bewildering variety of complex systems. After a brief survey of this progression, I enquire into the health of solid state physics; many signs of vitality and growth are found. The Indian scene in this field is briefly sketched, and some suggestions are offered on how to make it more lively,

Item Type:	Journal Article
Additional Information:	Copyright of this article belongs to Indian academy of sciences.
Department/Centre:	Division of Physical & Mathematical Sciences > Physics
Date Deposited:	18 Apr 2011 05:29
Last Modified:	18 Apr 2011 05:29
URI:	http://eprints.iisc.ernet.in/id/eprint/36982

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