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We discuss the nonlinear current of an interacting quantum dot coupled to normal and superconducting reservoirs with applied voltage and temperature differences. Due to the particle-hole symmetry introduced by the superconducting lead, the pure (subgap) thermoelectric response vanishes. However, we show that the Andreev bound states shift as the thermal gradient increases. As a consequence, the $I$--$V$ characteristic can be tuned with a temperature bias if the system is simultaneously voltage biased. This is a cross effect that occurs beyond linear response only. Furthermore, we emphasize the role of quasiparticle tunneling processes in the generation of high thermopower sensitivities.
6 pages, 5 figures
Superconductivity (cond-mat.supr-con), Condensed Matter - Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics, Condensed Matter - Superconductivity, Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics (cond-mat.mes-hall), FOS: Physical sciences
Superconductivity (cond-mat.supr-con), Condensed Matter - Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics, Condensed Matter - Superconductivity, Mesoscale and Nanoscale Physics (cond-mat.mes-hall), FOS: Physical sciences
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