Iacocca receives NSF funding

Prof. Iacocca was awarded a standard NSF grant to research on artificial spin ices. The research will further develop the in-house semi-analytical code Gaenice to include a full nonlinear model and energy minimization. These additions should improve the method’s accuracy and agreement with full numerical modeling. In addition, the research will investigate new three-dimensional geometries aimed at increasing the dynamic coupling in artificial spin ices and therefore enrich their band structures for applications in microwave circuitry.

The project also aims to boost undergraduate research in the Physics department by encouraging and increasing participation in the Undergraduate Research Academy (URA) organized by the Center of Student Research. The URA is a fantastic opportunity for undergraduates to be supported during the Summer to perform research as well as participate in training on all aspects of research.

If you are interested, contact Prof. Iacocca for research opportunities on artificial spin ices and the Physics faculty for additional research opportunities.