Dr. Chris Hamer

Biography

Chris Hamer is an Honorary Associate Professor in the field of Physics at the University of New South Wales. His research interests lie in theoretical physics, particularly focusing on particle physics and statistical mechanics. Hamer's work involves studying quantum lattice models, representing atomic spins, magnets, and superconductor electrons, as well as analyzing quarks confined within protons. He employs various methods such as series expansions, Monte Carlo simulations, and exact diagonalization techniques like the density matrix renormalization group (DMRG) to tackle these complex systems. Notably, he has published a book titled 'Series Expansion Methods Strongly Interacting Lattice Models' (Cambridge University Press, 2006) alongside Jaan Oitmaa and Weihong Zheng, contributing significantly to computational techniques in this area. Although now retired and no longer taking graduate students, he continues his research on a part-time basis. His current interests include the construction of effective field theories, specifically the 'Union Jack' spin model. In addition to his academic endeavors, Hamer is active in civil society movements, serving as founder and president of the World Citizens Association (Australia) and chairman of Scientists for Global Responsibility (Australia). He advocates for a global parliament to address pressing global issues, having authored a related book in 1998.

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