福利姬

You will meet me in one of your very first courses - Nanotechnology. This is where we explore how materials behave in extraordinary ways at the nanoscale.

You’ll learn how quantum physics shapes these tiny worlds and how we use that knowledge to create cutting-edge technologies like quantum computers, solar cells, sensors, and biomedical tools. We will also connect the dots between nanotech and global sustainability, showing how it supports the UN’s goals for a better future.

In semester 2, you’ll meet me in Growth and characterisation of nanomaterials, where we shift from theory to practice.

Building on what you learned in the Nanotechnology course, you’ll grow real thin films and analyse them using advanced techniques like X-ray diffraction (XRD), photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), electron microscopy (SEM and TEM). You’ll present your findings in the format of a scientific paper - just like in real research. This is one of my favorite topics and an area I’ve worked in for years. Studying how nanostructures form and how we can “see” them at the atomic level is something I truly enjoy, and I’m excited to share that passion with you.

In the second semester, you’ll meet me in Materials science course, where we will explore what materials are made of and how they’re used.

You will learn about metals, ceramics, semiconductors, and more. We will cover chemical bonding and introduce classes of materials and their main properties. You will learn how to construct phase diagrams, the basics of metallurgy, and we will link theory to real-world applications and current research.

In your third semester, you will meet me in the elective course Computational physics, where we dive into powerful simulation methods used in physics, materials science, and quantum chemistry - tools used in both research and industry.

You’ll learn techniques like molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo, Hartree-Fock, and density functional theory to explore real-world problems in materials and energy. These skills are highly valued whether you’re heading into a research career or joining the tech industry.

Originally from Italy, I’ve been teaching in Sweden for 18 years - in both Swedish and English - and I’m excited to guide you through this essential part of your journey.

In semester 3, you meet me in the elective course Materials for energy technologies, where I’m part of the teaching team.

In the course, we explore how advanced materials can drive sustainable energy technologies. This includes organic and inorganic solar cells, green production of hydrogen for fuel cells, conversion of CO鈧� into fuels using solar energy, semiconductors devices for high power applications, and materials for batteries and supercapacitors.

In your second year, you’ll meet me in the elective course Artificial intelligence for materials science, where we explore how machine learning and AI can solve real-world problems in materials physics and chemistry.

In this future-focused course, you’ll learn key concepts, from linear regression to neural networks, while building hands-on coding skills in Python. By the end, you’ll be ready to apply AI tools confidently to real data and materials challenges.

You鈥檒l primarily meet me in semester 3. I am the course examiner and main lecturer in the course Semiconductor technology, where we explore the physics behind the tech that powers our world - transistors, LEDs, solar cells, and more. Beyond this course, I supervise Master's thesis projects related to semiconductor physics, spintronics, and materials for quantum computing. So, if you're curious about what's happening at the cutting edge of research, my door is always open.

What makes my role here particularly special is that I'm also a graduate of this very programme. My own studies in a previous version of the Materials Physics and Nanoscience Master's ignited a passion for understanding materials at their most fundamental level. That journey took me from being a student in this program to an active researcher/ teacher, so I have a unique insight into the exciting path our students are about to take. It鈥檚 a wonderful full-circle experience, and I鈥檓 keen to share it with the next generation of materials scientists.

The core of my teaching is providing a deep understanding of how semiconductor materials function, which is the foundation of the entire modern electronics and energy industry. However, it's not just about learning facts. The most valuable takeaway is the ability to connect fundamental theory to real-world applications. You'll learn to analyze complex systems, to understand how manipulating a material at the nanoscale can change its macroscopic properties, and to think critically about how to design better devices. Whether you pursue a PhD or a career in R&D at a tech company developing next-generation computer chips or in the renewable energy sector working on more efficient solar cells, these analytical and problem-solving skills will be indispensable. You learn how to think like a materials physicist, a skill that is highly sought after in any advanced technical field.