Research
Scientific research in our department is focused on investigation of microscopic phenomena and principles in condensed matter, using both experimental and theoretical approaches.
We focus on the following topics:
- Preparation of materials and characterization of their behaviors in extreme conditions - usually targeted towards interesting or unusual electronic and magnetic properties (Group of Magnetic properties)
- Characterization of structural and microstructural properties of solids (Group of Structure analysis)
- Interpretation of observations, Prediction of novel material properties, Development of new methods (Group of Theoretical physics)
- Advanced synthesis and complex study of nanomaterials and hybrid nanostructures (Physics of nanostructures group)
Experimental methods
- Preparation technology for singlecrystals, polycrystals and thin films of the investigated materials (intermetallics, oxide materials, hydrides, ...)
- Preparation of low-dimensional materials and hybrid nanostructures
- State-of-the-art instruments (X-ray diffractometers) for studying the morphology, structure and real structure of materials in both low and high temperatures
- A wide range of methods for determination of the physical, electronic, and magnetic properties
- Application of strong magnetic fields, high pressures and low temperatures
- Optical and vibrational micro-spectroscopies over a wide range of temperatures and magnetic fields
Theoretical methods
- Quantum theory
- First principles calculations (density functional theory)
- Statistical methods (Monte Carlo)
- Green’s function methods
- Spin dynamics simulations
- Machine learning and artificial intelligence
We are solving outstanding projects:
Cooperation with institutions:
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