Abstract
A theory for boson-assisted tunneling via randomly distributed resonant states in a layered metal is developed. As particular examples, we consider the electron-phonon interaction and the interaction between localized and conduction electrons. The theory is applied to explain a nonmonotonic variation of the out-plane resistivity with temperature observed in quasi-two-dimensional metals.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 035115 |
Journal | Physical Review B - Condensed Matter and Materials Physics |
Volume | 77 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 14 Jan 2008 |
Externally published | Yes |