2025/01/13 by Alishahiha, Mohsen, Vasli, Mohammad Javad · 2 citations
#FOS: Physical sciences #High Energy Physics - Theory (hep-th) #Quantum Physics (quant-ph)
paper · doi:10.48550/arxiv.2501.07243
Understanding how an isolated quantum system evolves toward a thermal state from an initial state far from equilibrium such as one prepared by a global quantum quench has attracted significant interest in recent years. This phenomenon can be elucidated through the Eigenstate Thermalization Hypothesis (ETH), which has had a profound impact across various fields, from high-energy physics to condensed matter physics. The purpose of this review article is to present the fundamental concepts of quantum equilibrium and the ETH to a broad audience within the physics community, particularly for those in high-energy physics who seek a comprehensive understanding of these important topics.