A Nordita scientific program is an extended workshop where a limited number of scientists work together on specific topics for a period of several weeks. This program is centered around modern developments in non-equilibrium statistical mechanics both with respect to fundamental aspects (fluctuation theorems, entropy production, fluctuation-dissipation theorems) as well as applications (noise-induced phenomena, biophysical problems).
The program aims at but is not limited to the following topics:
The second law (extensions to non-equilibrium)
Entropy production
Non-equilibrium steady states
Quantum work relations
Reconstruction of free energy landscapes
Nonequilibrium transport
Fluctuation induced phenomena
Brownian motion and stochastic processes
Response behavior to external perturbations
The main objective is to bring together leading experts with strong background in statistical physics for an extended period of time, and to
create a lively and fruitful atmosphere of intensive research and mutual interactions
between the participants.
Strong emphasis is on informal discussion and working group meetings. It is planned to have a
limited number of introductory or review-like talks, maybe around one per day, that
may serve as “condensation nuclei” for subsequent discussions and projects.
In order to provide a certain level of structuring, we intend to choose “focus themes”
for the four different weeks of the program, so that talks, discussions and meetings
are primarily around that theme:
week 1
(Sep 19 - Sep 23)
fluctuation theorems
week 2
(Sep 26 - Sep 30)
transport phenomena
week 3
(Oct 3 - Oct 7)
exactly solvable models
week 4
(Oct 10 - Oct 14)
applications
Nordita provides a full-fledged working environment for program participants, including office space, internet access etc.
