Chandan Setty

Chandan Setty is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Iowa State University, affiliated with Ames National Laboratory. His research focuses on quantum many-body phenomena in condensed matter systems, particularly exploring exotic phases like unconventional superconductivity, topological phases, and strong electron correlations. The Setty group emphasizes theoretical foundations and collaborations with experimentalists to bridge theory with real-world materials.

Key research interests include Dirac semimetals, topological insulators, and the interplay between electronic correlations and topology. His work often involves analyzing quantum criticality, non-Fermi liquid behaviors, and novel superconducting states in materials such as pyrochlore superconductors and kagome lattices.

Recent studies highlight the observation of flat bands, Dirac cones, and ultranodal superconductivity, alongside investigations into shot noise as a probe of correlated electron systems. The group actively seeks graduate students and postdocs with expertise in theoretical condensed matter physics and numerical methods.

Collaborations with Ames National Lab emphasize experimental validation of theoretical predictions, particularly in materials like van der Waals ferromagnets and topological kagome metals. The Setty group’s interdisciplinary approach bridges quantum matter theory with advanced computational techniques, aiming to uncover new phases of quantum matter.