Laura Classen

Laura Classen serves as Assistant Professor at the Technical University of Munich and leads the Research Group "Correlated Phases in Quantum Materials" at the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research in Stuttgart, Germany. Her work focuses on theoretical physics of quantum materials with emphasis on electron correlations and emergent quantum phenomena.

Her academic background includes:

• Ph.D. in Theoretical Physics, University of Heidelberg (2013-2016)

Dr. Classen's research investigates collective electron behavior in quantum materials where interactions drive phase formation beyond conventional models. She specializes in quantum phase transitions, unconventional superconductivity mechanisms, and competing electronic orders using advanced field-theoretical approaches. Her group develops renormalization group frameworks to unify experimental observations across diverse quantum material systems including Dirac materials.

The research group employs microscopic and effective models to decode universal behaviors in correlated electron systems, aiming to establish design principles for novel quantum materials with tailored functionalities. Their work bridges theoretical predictions with experimental validation in the quest to control quantum phases.