This research theme focuses on the design, synthesis, and understanding of materials with unique electronic, magnetic, and structural properties at the atomic scale. These include quantum materials, two-dimensional materials, and systems where electronic behavior can be tuned or switched.
At AU Materials, researchers combine experimental and theoretical methods to explore materials that support future technologies in quantum information, spintronics, sensing, energy-efficient computing, and advanced memory. The work covers everything from atomic-scale properties to device-level concepts, with strong collaboration across disciplines.
This page presents an overview of our main research themes and provides direct access to the profiles of contributing researchers.
Superconductors are materials that conduct electricity without resistance. Research in this area explores their use in efficient power transmission, quantum circuits, and high-performance sensors.
This area focuses on understanding and engineering materials with magnetic properties for use in data storage, low-power electronics, and advanced magnetic systems.
This research explores materials where quantum effects play a central role. These materials enable new types of devices for quantum computing, electronics, and sensing.
Piezoelectric materials convert mechanical energy into electrical signals. They are used in actuators, sensors, and energy harvesting systems.
Phase-change materials can switch between physical states, enabling applications in non-volatile memory, optical data storage, and neuromorphic computing.