Abstract
Eliashberg theory is a theory of superconductivity that describes the role of phonons in providing the attractive interaction between two electrons. Phonon dynamics are taken into account, thus giving rise to retardation effects that impact the electrons, in the form of a frequency-dependent electron self-energy. In the superconducting state, this means that the order parameter, generally considered to be a static quantity in the Bardeen–Cooper–Schrieffer (BCS) theory, also becomes frequency dependent. Here we review the finite temperature formulation of Eliashberg theory, both on the imaginary and real frequency axis, and briefly display some examples of the consequences of a dynamical, as opposed to static, interaction. Along the way we point out where further work is required, concerning the validity of some of the assumptions used.
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