Topics
The meeting invites contributions from a wide range within the inorganic materials area. The all-pervading and powerful influence of modern theory in particular leads us to encourage computational and theoretical contributions. Another important goal is to bring together scientists who work in fundamental and applied areas.
- Ceramics and glasses
This section covers structural and functional ceramic materials. The definition of glasses extends to sol-gel derived inorganic and inorganic hybrid systems. Methods for characterising glasses and amorphous materials are also included.
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Semiconductors and ion conductors
Both dilute magnetic semiconductors for spin-tronics and ion conductors with exceptional transport properties are examples of material classes on which we solicit contributions for this section. Work on applications in new energy systems or communication technology is particularly welcome.
- Metallic materials
Metallic materials, including examples of highly complex metals and intermetallics, will be shown in a great variety of structures, compositions, bonding situations, properties, and applications. We would also welcome theoretical concepts that elucidate main themes in this field.
- Magnetic, optical and other functional materials
This session includes electronically driven phase transitions, magnetic and magnetoresistive materials, as well as optical properties like those of phosphors for solid state lighting. Contributions on multiferroic systems are also encouraged.
- Nanostructured and hybrid materials
The development of designed and controllable routes to the synthesis of nanostructured inorganic and hybrid organic-inorganic systems, and systematic studies of the influence of size on physical (optical, electronic, magnetic) behaviour and chemical reactivity are the main themes. Related developments in methods of characterisation and computational work also form a key part of this section.
- Fundamental materials research
The aim of this session is to illustrate the diversity of important questions addressed by solid state sciences. The intergrowth of materials science, chemistry and physics in basic research will be highlighted.
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