COBRA Annual Report 2007 - Technische Universiteit Eindhoven

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Prof.dr. B. Koopmans
3.2.10 Physics of Nanostructures Group (FNA)
The mission of the group is the exploration and
exploitation of novel physical phenomena at the
nanometer scale by engineering the (magnetic)
properties and structure of nanosystems.
Nanomagnetism
Deposition and engineering of layered and
nano-structured systems. In-situ and ex-situ
characterization of structural and magnetic
properties. Implementation and development of
novel SPM methods for analysis and manipulation
at nanometer to atomic scale [1,2].
Spintronics
Tailoring spin-polarized transport in ferromagnetic
and hybrid nanostructures. Specific emphasis
on magnetic tunnel-junctions, spin-injection /
manipulation in(to) semiconductors, and molecular
spintronics [3,4].
Ultrafast spin dynamics
Investigation of ultimate limits of spin dynamics
in ferromagnetic nanostructures. Development
of novel concepts for high-data rate recording.
Development of near-field femtosecond magnetooptical
microscopy [5].
The program is inspired by the challenges of
nanoscience and nanotechnology. At present,
the main emphasis is on processes and systems
that are relevant for the future development of
(magnetic) data storage and spinelectronics. While
this approach is strongly curiosity driven, aiming at
a high scientific impact, particular those issues are
selected with a high technological relevance.