The focus of this psi-k workshop is on the application and development of first principles methods that, in synergy with advanced microscopy techniques (e.g. TEM, EELS, STM, AFM), help unravel the structure and properties of materials at the atomic scale. Over three days this workshop will cover a range of systems where synergistic theoretical and experimental approaches are essential to unravel their complex structure (including nanoparticles, surfaces and defects, heterointerfaces and grain boundaries). The workshop will provide both experts and newcomers with a rounded overview of emerging methods and challenges in the field, and provide an opportunity for in-depth discussion and exchange of ideas.

We are pleased to confirm the following invited speakers:

Prof Cecile Hebert, École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, Switzerland

Prof Rossitza Pentcheva, University Duisburg-Essen, Germany

Prof Martin Setvin, Technische Universität Wien, Austria

Prof Thomas Frederiksen, Donostia International Physics Center, Spain

Dr Rebecca Nicholls, University of Oxford, UK

Prof Scott Chambers, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Prof Jamie Warner, University of Oxford, UK

Dr Vlado Lazarov, University of York, UK

Registration and abstract submission is now open at https://asmm.sciencesconf.org. We particularly welcome contributed abstracts for talks and posters in the following areas:

Studies addressing the atomic scale structure of low-dimensional materials including; nanoparticles and nanomaterials, surfaces and defects, heterostructures and interfaces and grain boundaries and dislocations

Methodological developments in atomic scale microscopy techniques (e.g. TEM, EELS, STM, AFM)

Predictive modelling and simulation of atomic scale microscopy (both structure and spectroscopic) 

Thanks to generous support from psi-k we are able to offer registration for this workshop at a significantly subsidised rate of £50. We aim for around 50-60 attendees to create an intimate atmosphere and encourage discussion. The deadline for registration and payment of the fee is 2 June 2017.

We look forward to seeing you in York.

Workshop organisers:

Dr Keith McKenna (University of York, UK)

Prof Adam Foster (Aalto University, Finland)

Dr Philip Hasnip  (University of York, UK)