The BCS theory of superconductivity developed in 1957 by Bardeen, Cooper and
Schrieffer has been remarkably successful in explaining the properties of
superconductors. In addition, concepts from BCS have been incorporated into
diverse fields of physics, from nuclear physics and dense quark matter to the
current standard model. Practical applications include SQUIDs, magnetic
resonance imaging, superconducting electronics and the transmission of
electricity. This invaluable book is a compilation of both a historical account
and a discussion of the current state of theory and experiment.
With contributions from many prominent scientists, it aims to introduce
students and researchers to the origins, the impact and the current state of
the BCS theory.
