PhD program in Physics and nano sciences
Science

XXXII cycle - a. y. 2016/2017

Scientific areas

FIS/01 (Experimental Physics), FIS/02 (Theoretical Physics, Mathematical Models and Methods), FIS/03 (Material Physics), FIS/07 [Applied Physics (Cultural Heritage, Environment, Biology and Medicine)], CHIM/01 (Analytical Chemistry), CHIM/02 (Physical Chemistry), CHIM/03 (General and Inorganic Chemistry), CHIM/06 (Organic Chemistry)

Admission requirements

Italian second level degree (laurea specialistica, under D.M. 509/99 or laurea magistrale, under D.M. 207/04) or Italian degree obtained prior to D.M. 13 509/99 or equivalent qualification obtained abroad. More information available in the Call.

Description

Description
The focus of the Course is on development and applications of advanced experimental and theoretical/computational methods for the study of matter and systems at the micro- and nano-scale.
The Course has strongly interdisciplinary character, from physics to chemistry, biology and engineering. The students will take advantage of a lively international environment, with access to state-of-the-art experimental/computational facilities (synchrotrons, neutrons, advanced computing) and participation in major international projects and collaborations with the possibility of stages abroad. More information at: http://www.nano-phdschool.unimore.it/site/home.html.

Eductional goals
The Course is structured in two curricula (Physics; Nanoscience and nanotechnologies):
- Physics
This curriculum is devoted to advanced research in the physics of condensed matter, material science and electronics, through experimental and theoretical techniques. Examples of specific subjects include: surface science; electronic, neutron, optical and ionic spectroscopies and microscopies; quantum many-body theory; physics of high correlated and magnetic systems, electronic transport in materials and devices, etc. The formation emphasizes those aspects able prepare the students to be active in the academic world, in research centers, in the advanced industrial sectors.
- Nanoscience and nanotechnologies
This is a strongly multidisciplinary curriculum which is open to students with different background (physics, chemistry biology, engineering, etc.). Students study fundamental phenomena that are relevant at the nanoscale, approaches to the fabrication and the analysis of nanostructures, as well as advanced nanotechnology applications.

Professional opportunities
The aim of the PhD school is the creation of a new generation of scientists in the field of the physics of condensed matter, nanoscience and nanotechnologies. Both curricula emphasize fundamental science as well as applications within information technologies (nanoelectronics, nanomagnetism, nanomechanics, nanotribology, etc) and within life sciences (biotechnology, medicine, diagnostics and drug design).
The skills that are obtained are essential for an academic career as well as for becoming researcher manager in the industry or in the service sector.

Duration

Three years (01/11/2016 - 31/10/2019)

Venue

The course venue is at Modena.

Announcement

» Call for admission and changes

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Based on a rigorous selection process, applications are processed normally once a year. The admissions will be open in June or July 2023 (please refer to the Call).

More documentation

How to apply for the PhD Programmes (pdf)

How to apply for the Italian National PhD Program in Religious Studies (pdf)

» Guide for admission application to Ph.D. programmes

Please complete the application form and submit it electronically following the application guide. A non-returnable administrative fee of 25 € will be charged. The decision on admission as well as on financial support is published on the web.

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Contact office

For further information please contact:
PhD Office
via Università, 4 - 41121 Modena
e-mail: segr.dottorati@unimore.it
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