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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

📰 TOPOCOM Newsletter, Summer 2026 is out! Highlights in the newsletter 📄 New papers in Nature Physics, Communications Physics & PRB 🏆 Talk & poster awards for Krishna Patel, Yuean Zhou & Anusree Navallur 🏭 4th workshop at Infineon, Villach 👉 yanmc.folk.ntnu.no/TOPOCOM_News... #TOPOCOM #MSCA

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Our doctoral candidate Yuean ZHOU completed a research secondment at the University of Groningen! Hosted by Prof. Beatriz Noheda & Memoona Ismail at CogniGron, she presented on skyrmion-based probabilistic computing, sparking great discussions on unconventional computing. 🌀🧠 #MSCA #DoctoralNetwork

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Three TOPOCOM doctoral candidates spent an intensive week at attocube in Haar, Germany, training on cryogenic AFM — PFM, MFM, KPFM & ct-AFM — on their own samples. Huge thanks to Ankit Sharma & Mirko Bacani for the hands-on guidance and the great exchange of ideas! 🔬 #TOPOCOM #MSCA

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Krishna completed her secondment at IBM Research – Zurich, where she had the opportunity to acquaint herself with the research being carried out by the group in the field of neuromorphic computing through discussions with the researchers there. #TOPOCOM #MSCA

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

TOPOCOM’s 4th workshop in Villach hosted by Infineon was a success! 🏔️ Guest talks explored neuromorphic hardware & deep-tech startups, while DCs showcased their evolving research. Congrats to Krishna & Yuean Zhou for best talk/poster! 🏆 Great vibe and Macaque nature visits! 😂 #MSCA #DoctoralNetwork

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

Duc and Yuean completed a secondment at Singulus Technologies AG, gaining hands-on training in sputtering for magnetic multilayers. They explored industrial workflows, bridging research with scalable applications while developing collaboration and problem-solving skills.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

At #DPG Spring Meeting of the Condensed Matter Section in Dresden, the TOPOCOM doctoral candidates Alen John, Yuean Zhou, Duc Tran, Yan Meng Chong, and Maurice Colling presented their latest results. It was a valuable opportunity for discussion and connecting ongoing efforts across the network 🤝🔬.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Krishna completed her secondment at UG in Nov 2025, gaining insight into thin-film fabrication via PLD, measurement and electrode processes. Special thanks to Memoona for sharing her expertise and to Prof. Beatriz for the warm hospitality.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

🎉 Editor’s Pick | Applied Physics Letters 🎉 We are pleased to share that TOPOCOM DC Duc Tran’s publication “Controlling Skyrmion Lattice Orientation with Local Magnetic Field Gradients” has been selected as an Editor’s Pick in APL.👏 Read the full paper at doi.org/10.1063/5.03...

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Krishna completed her secondment at the University of Messina, a perfect blend of sun, sea, and simulation. She explored phase-field simulations of ferroelectric dielectric slabs, studying domain formation and how magnetic bubbles can enable novel low energy computing.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Yuean Zhou completed secondments at the Universities of Messina and Bari, performing micromagnetic simulations on skyrmion diffusion in confined geometries. With Prof. Finocchio and Prof. Rodrigues, she studied energy landscapes and stochastic dynamics, advancing spintronic device research.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Anusree and Elisa completed a four-week secondment together at LIST on April 2025 hosted by Jorge Iñiguez. They delved deep into Ginzburg–Landau theory of ferroelectrics, participated in the group activities and gave presentations, fostering knowledge exchange and engaging in scientific discussions.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

The 3rd #TOPOCOM Workshop was held at the University of Crete focusing on topics such as materials synthesis, spin textures, functional properties, and computational models. The scientific sessions were complemented by workshops on research communication, and amazing Cretan cuisine + warm beach.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Duc Tran visited NTNU in November 2024, where he utilized his expertise in Scanning Probe Microscopy to locally manipulate nm-sized magnetic skyrmions. The exchange was a great success as he not only achieved valuable results, but also fully experienced the Norwegian winter culture with new friends❄️

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

In November 2024, Maurice Colling had the opportunity to conduct his first secondment at Singulus Technologies AG. He gained valuable hands-on experience in epitaxial thin film growth using magnetron sputtering and explored post-growth characterization with XRD.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the very first edition of the #TOPOCOM Newsletter! 🚀 In this issue, you’ll discover exciting updates about our research projects and research experiences in the network involving conferences, workshops and secondments. drive.google.com/file/d/1vATR...

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Last week, some of the DCs got the opportunity to present their work in #DPG Regensburg 2025! Excited to see their progress and scientific discussions with the community. A nice dinner is a must for catching up and more fun discussions. 😋🍛 #TOPOCOM

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Ali completed his first secondment last October at LIST with Professor Jorge Íñiguez and our fellow TOPOCOM peer, Krishna. He has deepened his understanding on ferroelectrics through phase-field approach and he enjoyed the whiteboard sessions with the theorists!

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Welcome Elisa from #IBM to join us as #TOPOCOM DC! She has experience in neuromorphic computing. Her research focuses on fabrication of two- and three-terminal devices based on ferroelectric thin films with topological textures. She enjoys bouldering, hiking and volleyball.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Alen from Singulus Technologies AG is our new DC in hashtag #TOPOCOM! He is experienced in thin film fabrication and characterizations. He will bring his expertise here to work on making magnetic multilayers, creating and stabilizing #skyrmions. He enjoys football and badminton.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Welcome Anusree as a #TOPOCOM DC member!! She is a theorist with experience in methods of field theory and nonlinear dynamics. She will be working on developing a unified theory of the dynamics of magnetic and electric #skyrmionic textures. She enjoys movies and music.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Welcome Krishna from #LIST in joining us!! She is a theorist with strong background in Molecular Dynamics simulations and #DFT. She will conduct study of electric skyrmions dynamics here in #TOPOCOM. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, singing and hiking.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Welcome Ali from #UNIME as our new #TOPOCOM DC! He is a theorist with knowledge on numerical analysis and Macrospin simulations. He is bringing his expertise here to develop numerical solver for #micromagnetic and microelectric calculations. He enjoys cricket in his free time.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Memoona, a new DC member in #TOPOCOM is here!! She is experienced in nanofabrication of photonic device and photoluminescence spectroscopy. Her work at @cognigron.bsky.social is focusing on edge of stability for enhanced #memristive functionality. She enjoys badminton, yoga and cooking.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Say Hi to Yuean from #JGUMainz as our new DC at #TOPOCOM! She brings experience in spintronic neuromorphic computing and #skyrmion dynamics. Her research here will focus on skyrmion-based unconventional computing. Outside of her work, she enjoys movies and playing ballgames.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Duc @ductrnd.bsky.social from #JGUMainz is our new DC in #TOPOCOM. He has strong background in current induced #skyrmion dynamics and will continue his work here to investigate topological texture in confined geometries. He likes cooking, swimming history and Esports.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Welcome Yan Meng, @ymchong.bsky.social to NTNU as second TOPOCOM DC!! He is experienced in ferroelectric ceramics synthesis and will be working on ferroelectric domain walls for reservoir computing. He does basketball, board games, movies in his free time.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Maurice is the first #TOPOCOM DC! He is a theorist who has substantial knowledge on exotic magnetic spin textures. He will be working on topological spin-based dislocations for low energy computing devices. He enjoys snowboarding, hiking & video games when he is not doing science.

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

We Are Hiring! Join TOPOCOM & Infineon A Doctoral Candidate position is now open at Infineon, Villach, Austria, focusing on "Skyrmionics–Low Power Neuromorphic Computing & Sensing" Announcement: bit.ly/3ECkRqh Infineon: bit.ly/4jU4Rjs EURAXESS: bit.ly/3X24r0K Looking forward to your application!

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TOPOCOM MSCA Doctoral Network @topocom.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

HI! TOPOCOM here, a collaboration between leading European universities and industry partners, focused on advancing the science of topological solitons in ferroic materials for unconventional computing. visit ntnu.edu/topocom for more information. #MSCA #Horizon

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