Nature·5 min read·hard
Topological transitions in orbital-symmetry-controlled chemical reactions
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Xie, Ziren
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Researchers have developed a new mathematical formalism using Green's functions to classify chemical reactions governed by orbital symmetry. This method accounts for strong electronic correlations that previously invalidated standard topological band theory models.
Why it matters
This advancement provides a more accurate theoretical framework for understanding complex chemical reactions, bridging the gap between molecular orbital theory and topological physics.
Nature Physics ( 2026 ) Cite this article
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