Superconductivity, superfluidity and quantum geometry in twisted multilayer systems

Superconductivity has been observed in moire systems such as twisted bilayer graphene, which host flat, dispersionless electronic bands. In parallel, theory work has discovered that superconductivity and superfluidity of flat-band systems can be made possible by the quantum geometry and topology of the band structure. These recent key developments are merging into a flourishing research topic: understanding the possible connection and ramifications of quantum geometry on the induced superconductivity and superfluidity in moire multilayer and other flat-band systems. This article presents an introduction to how quantum geometry governs superconductivity and superfluidity in platforms including, and beyond, graphene. Ultracold gases are introduced as a complementary platform for quantum geometric effects and a comparison is made to moire materials. An outlook sketches the prospects of twisted multilayer systems in providing the route to room-temperature superconductivity. Flat bands enhance the effect of electronic interactions and have emerged as a promising platform for superconductivity. This Review explains the quantum geometric origin of flat-band superconductivity and superfluidity, and discusses its relevance in graphene and ultracold gas moire systems.

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This article introduces the impact of quantum geometry on superconductivity and superfluidity in flat-band systems such as twisted graphene. It also compares ultracold gases as a complementary platform and discusses the prospects of twisted multilayer systems in achieving room-temperature superconductivity.