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Training School on

Physics and Mathematics of Topological Textures

12-13 May 2025  |  Budapest, Hungary

Application

The application deadline for this training school has now passed. Thank you for your interest. We will notify all applicants regarding the outcome.

Deadlines

  • 14 March 2025:
    Application
  • 28 March 2025:
    Notification regarding participation acceptance.
    Invitations to be sent via the e-COST platform.
  • 2 April 2025:
    Finalization of the participant list.
  • 9 April 2025:
    Final program published on the website.

Aim

  • Introduction to the physics and mathematics of topological textures in magnetics, condensed matter and light.
  • Train early stage researchers on research topics related to topological textures from a broad perspective in condensed matter and light.

Courses

  • Theory of magnetism and magnetic materials.
    Markus Garst, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany.
  • Generating and analysing polarisation textures in light.
    Sonja Franke-Arnold, University of Glasgow, U.K.
  • Mathematical analysis of pattern formation.
    Radu Ignat, Université Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France.
  • Practicals: Numerical energy minimization.
    Filipp Rybakov, University of Uppsala, Sweden.
Aim

Program

Program

Venue

The training school will be held at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics
(Budafoki út 8., 1111 Budapest, Hungary).

Travel information

Budapest Airport may be reached by direct flights from many cities. It is located around 20 km from the city centre which may be reached by taxi, shuttle, express bus (100E) or by public transport (bus 200E connects to metro line M3).

Budapest may also be reached by train from Central European countries, and the main railway stations are located close to the city centre.

Budapest University of Technology and Economics is located on the bank of the river Danube. There are several hotels within walking distance on both sides of the river. It is also accessible by public transport, including metro line M4 and several tram lines.

Venue

Important notes

  • Registration Fee

    There is no registration fee. Participation includes access to the program book, session attendance, conference services, and coffee breaks.

  • Travel Reimbursement and Daily Allowance

    Participants can apply for reimbursement of long-distance travel (over 100 km one way) and a daily allowance through the COST Action in the Application form. The maximum reimbursement for long-distance travel and the daily allowance rate, as specified in the COST Annotated Rules, may be adjusted following a decision by the Management Committee.
    Check here to see if you’re eligible, based on your location.

  • Personal Arrangements

    Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation, lunches, and dinners.
    Beware of scam attempts! We do not collaborate with any 'housing' companies for accommodation services.

  • Entry Requirements

    Participants should independently ensure they meet entry requirements for Hungary. For general European Union entry guidelines, visit this link. For specific information, consult the website of the Hungarian embassy in your country here.

  • 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 workshop to allow sufficient time for travel arrangements.

Important notes

Organising Committee

Local Organising Committee

Organising Committee