Chemistry and High Temperature Superconductors

By Nigamananda Sarangi

The chemistry of high-temperature superconductors plays a pivotal role in understanding and improving their performance. Unlike conventional superconductors, which are largely described by BCS (Bardeen-Cooper-Schrieffer) theory, high-temperature superconductors-primarily based on copper oxides (cuprates) and iron pnictides-present complex electronic structures and unconventional pairing mechanisms. This complexity demands a multidisciplinary approach, blending advanced chemical synthesis, structural analysis, and theoretical physics to unravel the mysteries of HTS. The interplay between crystal structure, chemical composition, doping strategies, and external conditions such as pressure or magnetic fields remains at the heart of ongoing investigations. Insights into these aspects not only refine theoretical models but also enable the design of new materials with optimized superconducting properties, propelling both academic inquiry and industrial innovation.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9362241374
• ISBN13: 9789362241375
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Discovery Publishing House (India)
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 1.31 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.7" x 9.6"