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Training School on

Physics and Mathematics of Topological Textures

11-14 May 2026, Zagreb, Croatia

Deadlines

  • Friday, March 20 , 2026:
    Online pre-registration.
    The number of participants is limited - please apply as early as possible to secure your place.
  • Friday, April 03, 2026:
    Notification regarding participation, abstract acceptance.
    Invitations to be sent via the e-COST platform.
  • Friday, April 24, 2026:
    Finalization of the participant list.
  • Friday, May 1, 2026:
    Final program published on the website.

Scope

An interdisciplinary School on different physical systems. Addressed to:

  • YRIs (primarily PhD students and young postdocs, while a number of MSc students will also be accepted),
  • all Action participants
  • researchers from ITCs who intend to expand their expertise. 
Scope

Program

The program will consist of series of lectures (3-4 lectures in every one series) related to the study of models for topological textures:

(a) Mathematical methods,

(b) Theoretical physics methods,

(c) Computational methods together with a practicals (hands-on) session on computer programming and use of a package that implements one of the computational methods. 

Program

Meeting Venue

The training school will be held at the Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI).
 Bijenička cesta 54, 10000 Zagreb, Croatia

You can reach the RBI via bus lines 106, 201, 226, and 238. 
Detailed information on Zagreb public transport routes and schedules can be found here.

Venues

Important notes

  • Registration Fee

    There is no registration fee. Participation includes access to all sessions and coffee breaks.

  • Personal Arrangements

    Participants are responsible for arranging their own travel and accommodation. We recommend booking well in advance.

  • Entry Requirements

    Participants should independently ensure they meet entry requirements for Croatia. For general European Union entry guidelines, visit this link. 

  • Budget Allocation

    The available budget will be allocated in accordance with the COST Excellence and Inclusiveness Policy.

  • Notification of Support

    Decisions regarding COST support will be communicated to participants well in advance of the meeting to allow sufficient time for travel arrangements.

  • Travel Reimbursement

    The reimbursement consists of two components: long-distance travel and daily allowance (DA). The DA rates, as set by the Management Committee, are €75 per day for trainees and €160 per day for trainers. Based on the participant’s travel dates, as evidenced by the submitted tickets, the maximum DA eligible for reimbursement for this meeting is €405 for trainees and €864 for trainers.
    Did you receive an invitation through e-COST to participate in the Training School on May 11-14 in Zagreb? Does your invitation indicate that you are eligible for financial support? Read here the procedure to follow!

Important notes

Organisers

Trainers

to be announced...

Organising Committee