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SUMMARY:TYC Junior Research Fellowship talks
DESCRIPTION:TYC Junior Research Fellowship talks Share on X\n\n\n\n\nJRF Awardees present the outcomes of their visit to the TYC at a seminar at UCL. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGianmarco Biagi\, University of Bologna – A computational study of polaron formation\, hopping mechanisms\, and dynamics in amorphous SiO₂\n\n\n\nI first generate realistic amorphous structures via melt–quench procedures\, then analyse polaronic states formed by additional electrons using density functional theory. \n\n\n\nThe aim of my work is to characterise polaron hopping between stable localisation sites and study the associated dynamics through ab initio molecular dynamics. \n\n\n\nEsmée Berger\, Chalmers University – Connecting ongoing work at Chalmers on machine-learned potentials and large-scale atomistic simulations with the TYC community.\n\n\n\nI am working on theoretical and computational modelling of molecular materials.  \n\n\n\nMy project demonstrates how machine-learned models can be combined with quantum simulation techniques to study complex interfacial systems relevant to chemistry\, materials science\, and nanotechnology. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe talks will be followed by snacks\, refreshments and networking in UCL Physics E7.
URL:https://thomasyoungcentre.org/event/tyc-junior-research-fellowship-talks/
LOCATION:UCL Physics A1/3\, Physics Building\, Gower Street\, London\, WC1E 6BT\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:TYC 8th Energy Materials workshop: From Electron and Phonon Interactions to Net Zero
DESCRIPTION:Venue: The Great Hall\, King’s College London\, Strand \n\n\n\nMaterials for energy harvesting are pivotal to global decarbonisation efforts and the prevention of climate breakdown. This workshop will focus on photovoltaic and thermoelectric materials\, which generate electricity from solar energy and waste heat\, respectively. While both technologies are relatively mature and commercially available\, their adoption and the breadth of their applications could increase significantly if the efficiency of their energy conversion processes were substantially improved. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYC 8th Energy Materials workshop: From Electron and Phonon Interactions to Net Zero Share on X\n\n\n\n\nAchieving such improvements requires a deeper understanding of the fundamental interactions that govern material properties\, including electron-phonon and electron-electron interactions\, as well as interactions with defects and external perturbations such as light. Recent advances in modelling techniques have enabled unprecedented insight into these processes. The workshop will bring together leading experts in these areas to discuss recent breakthroughs and identify new directions for dramatically enhancing the performance of thermoelectric and photovoltaic materials. \n\n\n\nPhotovoltaic and thermoelectric technologies often rely on similar classes of materials\, including inorganic bulk compounds and their nanostructured forms\, and more recently\, two-dimensional\, organic\, and hybrid materials. In photovoltaics\, the operation is typically governed by electron-phonon\, electron-electron\, and electron-defect interactions\, alongside coupling with photons. In thermoelectrics\, phonon-phonon and electron-phonon interactions are considered central\, together with phonon-defect and electron-defect interactions. Therefore\, electron-phonon and electron-defect interactions are of significant interest to both communities. \n\n\n\nHowever\, emerging research has revealed a deeper set of commonalities between photovoltaics and thermoelectrics. For instance\, electron-electron interactions play a crucial role in accurately modelling electron-phonon interactions in narrow-bandgap and intermetallic thermoelectric materials. In halide perovskites\, strong phonon-phonon interactions can significantly influence photovoltaic performance. Similarly\, plasmons\, typically employed to enhance solar absorption in metallic nanostructures\, may also benefit thermoelectric materials with high doping levels. Finally\, polarons – quasiparticles formed by electrons interacting strongly with lattice vibrations are increasingly recognised as relevant to both fields\, particularly in oxides\, organic and two-dimensional materials. \n\n\n\nThis workshop will highlight recent advances in theoretical and computational methods used to characterise the interactions in realistic materials. Several invited talks will also explore the application of modern AI and machine learning techniques for the discovery of novel photovoltaic and thermoelectric materials. Approximately half of the invited presentations will focus on experimental research\, including the synthesis of new materials and the characterisation of key interaction mechanisms. Together\, these contributions aim to identify the most pressing challenges in designing next-generation materials with significantly improved energy conversion efficiencies. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Registration\n\n\n\nRegister for the workshop here: \n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe registration deadline is 1 May 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf you are attempting to register from a medical\, educational or governmental institution whether working onsite\, or remotely from home\, a firewall may prevent you from making the booking. You will therefore need to use another internet connection.  You should also use either a laptop or PC to make the booking\, and not iPhone or tablet\, and either Firefox or Microsoft Edge rather than Google Chrome. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInvited speakers\n\n\n\n\nDr. Keith Butler\, University College London\, UK \n\n\n\nProf. Emiliano Cortes\, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich\, Germany \n\n\n\nDr. Jennifer Coulter\, Flatiron Institute\, USA \n\n\n\nProf. Janine George\, Friedrich Schiller University of Jena\, Germany \n\n\n\nDr. Samuele Giannini\, CNR Pisa\, Italy \n\n\n\nProf. Feliciano Giustino\, University of Texas Austin\, USA \n\n\n\nProf. Maria Ibanez\, Institute of Science and Technology\, Austria \n\n\n\nProf. Jenny Nelson\, Imperial College London\, UK \n\n\n\nProf. Neophytos Neophytou\, University of Warwick\, UK \n\n\n\nProf. Yu Pan\, Southwest University\, China \n\n\n\nProf. Andrej Pustogow\, Technical University of Vienna\, Austria \n\n\n\nProf. Sivan Refaeli-Abramson\, Weizman Institute of Science\, Israel \n\n\n\nProf. Henning Sirringhaus\, University of Cambridge\, UK \n\n\n\nProf. Kevin Sivula\, Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne\, Switzerland \n\n\n\nProf. G. Jeffrey Snyder\, Northwestern University\, USA \n\n\n\nDr. Terumasa Tadano\, National Institute for Materials Science\, Japan \n\n\n\nProf. Matthieu Verstraete\, University of Utrecht\, Netherlands \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract submission\n\n\n\nIn addition to invited talk\, we offer participants the opportunity to present their work through contributed talks (15 minutes + 5 minutes Q&A) and posters.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSubmit your abstract\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe deadline for applications for contributed talks is 15 April 2026. \n\n\n\nThe deadline for poster abstracts is 1 May 2026. \n\n\n\nWe may be able to provide some financial assistance for delegates who experience financial strain byregistering for this workshop.  Please send an email to the organising committee at tyc-administrator@ucl.ac.uk justifying your reason for applying for support to attend the meeting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenerously sponsored by Psi-K\, CCP9 and CECAM JC Maxwell \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact\n\n\n\nIvana Savic – ivana.savic@kings.ac.uk \n\n\n\nOrganisers:Jochen Blumberger – University College LondonAlex Ganose – Imperial College LondonJohannes Lischner – Imperial College LondonAmel Mazari – Imperial College LondonIvana Savic – King’s College LondonAlex Shluger – University College LondonKaren Stoneham – University College LondonJan Tomczak – King’s College LondonMartijn Zwijnenburg – University College London \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBy registering for this conference\, you agree to our code of conduct for the event. \n\n\n\nCode of Conduct\n\n\n\nWe value the participation of every member of the materials and molecular modelling community and want to ensure that everyone has an enjoyable and fulfilling experience\, both professionally and personally. Accordingly\, all participants of the 7th Energy Materials Workshop are expected to always show respect and courtesy to others.  The TYC and its partners strive to maintain inclusivity in all of our activities.  All participants (staff and students) are entitled to a harassment-free experience\, regardless of gender identity and expression\, sexual orientation\, disability\, physical appearance\, body size\, race\, age\, and/or religion. Harassment in any form is not acceptable for any of us.  We respectfully ask all attendees of the 7th Energy Workshop to kindly conform to the following Code of Conduct: \n\n\n\n\nTreat all individuals with courtesy and respect.\n\n\n\nBe kind to others and do not insult or put down other members.\n\n\n\nBehave professionally. Remember that harassment and sexist\, racist\, or exclusionary jokes are not appropriate.\n\n\n\nHarassment includes\, but is not limited to\, offensive verbal comments related to gender\, sexual orientation\, disability\, physical appearance\, body size\, race\, religion\, sexual images in public spaces\, deliberate intimidation\, stalking\, following\, harassing photography or recording\, sustained disruption of discussions\, and unwelcome sexual attention.\n\n\n\nParticipants asked to stop any harassing behaviour are expected to comply immediately.\n\n\n\nContribute to communications with a constructive\, positive approach.\n\n\n\nBe mindful of talking over others during presentations and discussion and be willing to hear out the ideas of others.\n\n\n\nAll communication should be appropriate for a professional audience\, and be considerate of people from different cultural backgrounds. Sexual language and imagery are not appropriate at any time.\n\n\n\nChallenge behaviour\, action and words that do not support the promotion of equality and diversity.\n\n\n\nArrive at the conference events punctually where possible.\n\n\n\nShow consideration for the welfare of your friends and peers and\, if appropriate\, provide advice on seeking help.\n\n\n\nSeek help for yourself when you need it.\n\n\n\n\nYour data \n\n\n\nThank you for your interest in attending this workshop. Any information collected from you will be used to help us to organise the event\, and to contact you with details relevant to the event only. 
URL:https://thomasyoungcentre.org/event/tyc-8th-energy-materials-workshop/
LOCATION:King’s College London
CATEGORIES:Main event
ORGANIZER;CN="Scott Woodley":MAILTO:scott.woodley@ucl.ac.uk
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SUMMARY:TYC Postgraduate Student Day 2026
DESCRIPTION:Great Hall\, King’s College London\, Strand \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYC Postgraduate Student Day 2026 Share on X\n\n\n\n\nThe TYC Student Day is a one‑day celebration showcasing PhD research in the theory and simulation of materials and molecules across the four London Colleges of the Thomas Young Centre (UCL\, Imperial\, King’s and QMUL)\, as well as Brunel University London and London South Bank University. \n\n\n\nThe programme features talks from selected final‑year students\, a poster session\, and invited guest speakers.  \n\n\n\nWe invite all TYC students to submit abstracts for poster presentations\, and final‑year students to submit abstracts for oral presentations. Around 12 talks will be selected (12‑minute presentation + 2‑minute Q&A). All posters from participating institutions will be displayed during the lunchtime poster session and again during the drinks reception at the end of the day. \n\n\n\nCash prizes will be awarded for the Best Talk and Best Poster. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister and submit your abstract\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbstract submission and registration deadline: Sunday 17 May 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInvited speakers:
URL:https://thomasyoungcentre.org/event/tyc-postgraduate-student-day-2026/
LOCATION:The Great Hall\, King’s College London\, Strand\, London\, WC2R 2LS\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:3rd TYC Early Career Award Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:3rd TYC Early Career Award 2026 Share on X\n\n\n\n\nThe TYC Early Career Prize\, will be awarded to an early career researcher in recognition of their original published research in the theory and/or simulation of materials or (bio)molecules. \n\n\n\nAre you an early career postdoctoral researcher eager to showcase your work and accelerate your professional growth? The TYC Early Career Prize\, established in 2022\, is a fantastic opportunity to gain recognition for your original published research in the theory and/or simulation of materials or (bio)molecules. Winning – or even being shortlisted – offers tremendous benefits: a prestigious accolade that strengthens your CV\, enhances your visibility in the scientific community\, and opens doors to future funding opportunities.  \n\n\n\nShortlisted candidates will be invited to present their research at a dedicated in-person Symposium at UCL on 25 June 2026\, providing invaluable networking and exposure to leading academics in the field. Plus\, the award comes with a £500 prize\, underscoring the value placed on your contributions. Don’t miss this chance to elevate your career and position yourself as a rising leader in computational and theoretical science! \n\n\n\nDetails of how to apply  in 2028 can be found here \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe awardee will be selected by a panel of academics in the broad field of theory and simulation of materials and molecules.  \n\n\n\n\nRegister to attend here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAttendance is free but we kindly ask you to register before Sunday 7th June 2026.
URL:https://thomasyoungcentre.org/event/3rd-tyc-early-career-award-2025/
LOCATION:Graduate Centre Foyer & Lecture Theatre\, Queen Mary University of London\, Mile End Road\, London\, E1 4NS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Main event
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SUMMARY:TYC Masterclass: TDDFT: from basic theorems to ultra-fast spin dynamics and electronic waterwheels
DESCRIPTION:Prof Dr. Eberhard Groß\, Fritz Haber Center for Molecular Dynamics \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYC Masterclass: TDDFT: from basic theorems to ultra-fast spin dynamics and electronic waterwheels. Share on X\n\n\n\n\nVenue and timings tbc.
URL:https://thomasyoungcentre.org/event/tyc-masterclass-tddft-from-basic-theorems-to-ultra-fast-spin-dynamics-and-electronic-waterwheels/
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SUMMARY:TYC20 - Celebration of the Thomas Young Centre at 20
DESCRIPTION:2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTYC20 – Celebration of the Thomas Young Centre at 20 Share on X\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo mark the Thomas Young Centre turning 20\, we will be hosting a 2-day symposium\,  celebrating 20 years of cutting-edge research in the theory and simulation of materials and molecules at University College London\, Imperial College London\, King’s College London\, Queen Mary University of London and their international collaborators. \n\n\n\nThis scientific symposium will cover cutting-edge research in 5 sessions dedicated to Electronic Structure Theory\, Machine Learning\, Functional Materials\, Biomaterials and Perspectives on Materials Modelling. A separate session will be devoted to discussions about the future of theory and simulation of materials and molecules with the aim of developing a future Roadmap of Materials Modelling that identifies and articulates the most important challenges in this field over the next 10 years\, broad strategies for how they will be overcome\, and the likely impact of success in overcoming them for science and industry.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nConfirmed Invited Speakers: \n\n\n\nElectronic structure\n\n\n\nAndreas GrüneisTU WienPaola Gori-GiorgiMicrosoft ResearchLucia ReiningEcole Polytechnique\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMachine Learning\n\n\n\nKlaus-Robert MuellerTU BerlinTess SmidtMassachusetts Institute of TechnologyKeith ButlerUniversity College London\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBiomaterials\n\n\n\nFrank NoeMicrosoft CorporationModesto OrozcoInstitute for Research in Biomedicine Barcelona Dominique HooglandKing’s College London\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFunctional Materials\n\n\n\nKarsten ReuterFritz Haber Institut\, BerlinGiulia GalliThe University of ChicagoAlessandro TroisiUniversity of LiverpoolLaura GagliardiUniversity of Chicago\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPerspective on Materials Modelling\n\n\n\nAngelos MichaelidesUniversity of Cambridge                                    Nicola MarzariUniversity of CambridgeMichele ParrinelloItalian Institute of TechnologyAndrea CavalliCECAM\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nRegistration coming soon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsors\n\n\n\nThe London Centre for Nanotechnology \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOrganisers\n\n\n\nJochen BlumbergerHugh BurtonDevis Di TommasoJarvist FrostAlex GanoseRicardo Grau-CrespoVenkat Kapil Johannes LischnerCarla MolteniEdina RostaAlex ShlugerKaren StonehamMartijn Zwijnenburg
URL:https://thomasyoungcentre.org/event/tyc20-celebration-of-the-thomas-young-centre-at-20/
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