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Condensed Matter Physics Professors and Supervisors in Italy
Professors in condensed matter physics in italy
2,667 professors found
Associate Professor
University of Bologna
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Semiconductor Physics
Solid State Physics
Electronic Structure
University of Trento
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Solid State Physics
Semiconductor Physics
Electron-phonon Interaction
University of L’Aquila 2
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Solid State Physics
Superconductivity
Quantum Magnetism
Associate Professor
University of Salerno
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Superconductivity
Memristor Technology
Solid State Physics
Università degli Studi di Palermo
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Polymer Physics
Statistical Mechanics
Colloid Science
Soft Matter Physics
Full Professor of Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics
Università degli Studi di Roma La Sapienza
Italy
Research Interests
Physical Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Aqueous Chemistry
Soft Matter Physics
Crystallization Kinetics
Assistant Professor
University of Milano-Bicocca
Italy
Research Interests
Materials Chemistry
Condensed Matter Physics
Semiconductor Physics
Electron-phonon Interaction
Molecular Beam Epitaxy
Assistant Professor
University of Milano-Bicocca
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Semiconductor Physics
Epitaxial Growth
Microstructure Evolution
University of Ferrara
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Physical Chemistry
Perovskite Physics
Photoelectrocatalysis
Nanofluid
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Popular positions
University of Trieste
Italy
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8 months ago
The Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP) and the University of Trieste are inviting applications for the 2027/2028 edition of the Master in Advanced Studies in Medical Physics and Radiation Metrology. This program is designed for students interested in the intersection of physics and medicine, focusing on advanced topics in medical physics and the precise measurement of radiation. The program is jointly organized by ICTP, a renowned international hub for scientific res...
Medical Science
Dosimetry
Radiation Physics
+3 more
8 months ago
Institute of Nano Science and Technology
Italy
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1 month ago
The Advanced Photonics Lab at CNR NANOTEC in Lecce, Italy, is offering postdoc positions in experimental photonics, with a strong emphasis on hands-on laboratory research. The work sits at the intersection of optics, quantum mechanics, and photonic device characterization, and focuses on modern optical platforms, nonlinear and collective optical effects, and micro-/nano-structured and integrated photonic systems. The successful candidate will contribute to experimental setup development and oper...
Experimental Physics
Electrical Engineering
Spectroscopy
+8 more
1 month ago
Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (European Commission)
Italy
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2 months ago
MSCA Doctoral Networks 2026 is an open call under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions for building doctoral programmes through international partnerships. The scheme supports collaborations among universities, research institutions, research infrastructures, businesses including SMEs, and other socio-economic actors from Europe and beyond. The call is designed to fund doctoral networks that respond to well-identified research and innovation needs across a wide range of fields. It also emphasizes ...
Technology Innovation
2 months ago
Living costs in Italy
Estimated costs in Italy.
MonthlyYearly | Italy |
|---|---|
 Health Insurance Student health insurance or surcharge per year | €138 $150/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | €442 $480/yr |
 University Accommodation On-campus student housing per year | €3.3k $3,600/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | €1.7k $1,800/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Assistant Professor
Università degli Studi di Palermo
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Optical Physics
Photoemission
Electron-phonon Interaction
Full Professor
University of L'Aquila
Italy
Research Interests
Quantum Mechanics
Quantum Physics
Quantum Computing
Quantum Dynamics
Non-hermitian Systems
Assistant Professor
University of Modena and Reggio Emilia
Italy
Research Interests
Condensed Matter Physics
Materials Chemistry
Semiconductor Physics
Solid State Physics
Nanoelectronic
Opportunities these professors hire for
Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Just Landed
United States
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New Today
Just Landed
Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate for the Quantum Heterostructures Group within the Materials Science and Technology Division and Physical Sciences Directorate. The project focuses on the synthesis of quantum materials and the investigation of their novel electronic, magnetic, and structural properties. The researcher will synthesize epitaxial thin films using molecular beam epitaxy and work with advanced characterization methods. Depending on experience ...
Materials Science
Photoelectron Spectroscopy
X-ray Diffraction
+6 more
New Today
Emilie Huffman
Just Landed
Wake Forest University
United States
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New Today
Just Landed
The Department of Physics at Wake Forest University is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in quantum matter to join Emilie Huffman’s group. The project focuses on classical and quantum-computational simulations of quantum many-body physics systems , giving the scholar the chance to contribute to research at the interface of numerical and analytical approaches. The successful candidate will work closely in the Huffman group and will also have the opportunity to mentor students. The advert highligh...
High-energy Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Materials
+4 more
New Today
University of Southern California
Just Landed
United States
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New Today
Just Landed
The University of Southern California’s Department of Physics and Astronomy is recruiting a postdoctoral researcher for its Theoretical Physics Group in Los Angeles. The position is centered on work in theoretical physics with two closely related directions highlighted: high energy theory and condensed matter/quantum information theory. The successful postdoctoral fellow will join a broad and active research environment with faculty whose interests span quantum field theory, conformal field theo...
Theoretical Physics
Condensed Matter Physics
Quantum Field Theory
+7 more
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