This project will focus on the synthesis and investigation of oxide thin films that exhibit fascinating magnetic and electronic phenomena, including superconductivity, van der Waals magnetism, and topological textures such as skyrmions. Using pulsed laser deposition (PLD), the work will aim to create high-quality thin films tailored to reveal emergent quantum behaviours that appear only in low-dimensional or interface-engineered systems.
To probe these materials, the project will combine laboratory-based characterisation with advanced measurements at large-scale facilities. X-ray diffraction, X-ray spectroscopy, neutron diffraction, and neutron scattering techniques will be employed to determine structural, electronic, and magnetic properties with high precision. These complementary probes will make it possible to capture both long-range order and subtle local variations that are essential for understanding topological and correlated states.
By integrating thin-film synthesis with cutting-edge synchrotron and neutron methods, the project aims to advance the understanding of how quantum phenomena emerge in engineered materials. The insights gained will support the design of next-generation materials for applications in spintronics, quantum technologies, and energy-efficient electronic devices.