Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research
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A group of ≈500 scientists, students, and staff, studying the physics and chemistry of condensed matter, ranging from lithium batteries to quantum technologies.
As a welcome, we tested Pietro Bonetti with a little challenge. Needless to say he faced it and completed it without hesitation 😎
February 16, 2026 at 2:26 PM
As a welcome, we tested Pietro Bonetti with a little challenge. Needless to say he faced it and completed it without hesitation 😎
Let's welcome Dr. Pietro Maria Bonetti to MPI FKF!
Pietro is a new group leader and he will be working on frustrated magnetic lattice also using artificial intelligence methods! 😶🌫️🤖
He will combine the research on exotic states of matter with the newest computational methods.
Best of luck! 😀
Pietro is a new group leader and he will be working on frustrated magnetic lattice also using artificial intelligence methods! 😶🌫️🤖
He will combine the research on exotic states of matter with the newest computational methods.
Best of luck! 😀
February 16, 2026 at 2:26 PM
Let's welcome Dr. Pietro Maria Bonetti to MPI FKF!
Pietro is a new group leader and he will be working on frustrated magnetic lattice also using artificial intelligence methods! 😶🌫️🤖
He will combine the research on exotic states of matter with the newest computational methods.
Best of luck! 😀
Pietro is a new group leader and he will be working on frustrated magnetic lattice also using artificial intelligence methods! 😶🌫️🤖
He will combine the research on exotic states of matter with the newest computational methods.
Best of luck! 😀
Feb 11 >>> International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
At MPI FKF, the Athena Group contributed to this effort by hosting an open event on February 11 titled “Can I Say That?”
We believe it and repeat it: science needs everybody! 💪☮️🫰
More here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8944075/2026...
At MPI FKF, the Athena Group contributed to this effort by hosting an open event on February 11 titled “Can I Say That?”
We believe it and repeat it: science needs everybody! 💪☮️🫰
More here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8944075/2026...
February 12, 2026 at 11:17 AM
Feb 11 >>> International Day of Women and Girls in Science!
At MPI FKF, the Athena Group contributed to this effort by hosting an open event on February 11 titled “Can I Say That?”
We believe it and repeat it: science needs everybody! 💪☮️🫰
More here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8944075/2026...
At MPI FKF, the Athena Group contributed to this effort by hosting an open event on February 11 titled “Can I Say That?”
We believe it and repeat it: science needs everybody! 💪☮️🫰
More here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8944075/2026...
We’re hiring! We are looking for an assistant to Prof. Raphaële Clément, our new director!
If you’re organized, proactive, and enjoy working in a multicultural scientific setting, we’d love to hear from you!
📅 Apply by 15 March 2026 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8943914/job_...
If you’re organized, proactive, and enjoy working in a multicultural scientific setting, we’d love to hear from you!
📅 Apply by 15 March 2026 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8943914/job_...
February 11, 2026 at 1:08 PM
We’re hiring! We are looking for an assistant to Prof. Raphaële Clément, our new director!
If you’re organized, proactive, and enjoy working in a multicultural scientific setting, we’d love to hear from you!
📅 Apply by 15 March 2026 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8943914/job_...
If you’re organized, proactive, and enjoy working in a multicultural scientific setting, we’d love to hear from you!
📅 Apply by 15 March 2026 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8943914/job_...
The Max Planck Science Policy Winter School 2026 is happening right now at the Harnack Haus in Berlin!
An exciting and truly unique space for dialogue between researchers and science policy experts.
We’re off to a fantastic start and can’t wait for what’s next!
An exciting and truly unique space for dialogue between researchers and science policy experts.
We’re off to a fantastic start and can’t wait for what’s next!
January 27, 2026 at 11:04 AM
The Max Planck Science Policy Winter School 2026 is happening right now at the Harnack Haus in Berlin!
An exciting and truly unique space for dialogue between researchers and science policy experts.
We’re off to a fantastic start and can’t wait for what’s next!
An exciting and truly unique space for dialogue between researchers and science policy experts.
We’re off to a fantastic start and can’t wait for what’s next!
We congratulate Dr. Denise S. Christovam and Dr. Jiyeon Kim for being awarded with the “Dr. Elisabeth Bauser” fellowship of 2026. We are sure that their achievements will inspire future generations of women in science!
Link to the article: www.fkf.mpg.de/8907326/2026...
@jiyeonkim.bsky.social
Link to the article: www.fkf.mpg.de/8907326/2026...
@jiyeonkim.bsky.social
January 26, 2026 at 5:16 PM
We congratulate Dr. Denise S. Christovam and Dr. Jiyeon Kim for being awarded with the “Dr. Elisabeth Bauser” fellowship of 2026. We are sure that their achievements will inspire future generations of women in science!
Link to the article: www.fkf.mpg.de/8907326/2026...
@jiyeonkim.bsky.social
Link to the article: www.fkf.mpg.de/8907326/2026...
@jiyeonkim.bsky.social
Visit of Minister-President Winfried Kretschmann to the MPI-FKF with Petra Olschowski, Minister of Science of Baden-Württemberg, and Prof. Patrick Cramer, President of the MPG. The visit included lab tours, the presentation of the AMDL project, and discussions on fostering science and innovation!
January 23, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Visit of Minister-President Winfried Kretschmann to the MPI-FKF with Petra Olschowski, Minister of Science of Baden-Württemberg, and Prof. Patrick Cramer, President of the MPG. The visit included lab tours, the presentation of the AMDL project, and discussions on fostering science and innovation!
The German-Austrian Physics Tournament has come to an end. It was a great three days of science, engaging debates, and fun. Congratulations to Team LMUminosity from Munich for winning the competition, and to all the other teams for making it a fantastic tournament!
January 20, 2026 at 1:43 PM
The German-Austrian Physics Tournament has come to an end. It was a great three days of science, engaging debates, and fun. Congratulations to Team LMUminosity from Munich for winning the competition, and to all the other teams for making it a fantastic tournament!
Day one of the German–Austrian Physics Competition, hosted by MPI, flew by.
We look forward for the continuation and wish the teams the best of luck!
Here some snaps of the first day of the tournament.
For more: www.instagram.com/mpifkf?igsh=...
We look forward for the continuation and wish the teams the best of luck!
Here some snaps of the first day of the tournament.
For more: www.instagram.com/mpifkf?igsh=...
January 17, 2026 at 11:31 AM
Day one of the German–Austrian Physics Competition, hosted by MPI, flew by.
We look forward for the continuation and wish the teams the best of luck!
Here some snaps of the first day of the tournament.
For more: www.instagram.com/mpifkf?igsh=...
We look forward for the continuation and wish the teams the best of luck!
Here some snaps of the first day of the tournament.
For more: www.instagram.com/mpifkf?igsh=...
The Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research mourns the loss of Prof. Dr. Hans-Joachim Queisser.
Together with William Shockley, he developed the Shockley-Queisser limit.
The Max Planck Institute organized a well-attended memorial in his honor.
www.fkf.mpg.de/8745141/2025... to the article.
Together with William Shockley, he developed the Shockley-Queisser limit.
The Max Planck Institute organized a well-attended memorial in his honor.
www.fkf.mpg.de/8745141/2025... to the article.
January 15, 2026 at 10:48 AM
The Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research mourns the loss of Prof. Dr. Hans-Joachim Queisser.
Together with William Shockley, he developed the Shockley-Queisser limit.
The Max Planck Institute organized a well-attended memorial in his honor.
www.fkf.mpg.de/8745141/2025... to the article.
Together with William Shockley, he developed the Shockley-Queisser limit.
The Max Planck Institute organized a well-attended memorial in his honor.
www.fkf.mpg.de/8745141/2025... to the article.
We're looking for a student assistant!
You'll be working on aberration-corrected lithography using advanced STEM techniques, including EELS measurements and nano-fab work. Perfect for those with a bachelor's degree!
More info & how to apply: www.fkf.mpg.de/8895129/job_...
You'll be working on aberration-corrected lithography using advanced STEM techniques, including EELS measurements and nano-fab work. Perfect for those with a bachelor's degree!
More info & how to apply: www.fkf.mpg.de/8895129/job_...
January 12, 2026 at 1:53 PM
We're looking for a student assistant!
You'll be working on aberration-corrected lithography using advanced STEM techniques, including EELS measurements and nano-fab work. Perfect for those with a bachelor's degree!
More info & how to apply: www.fkf.mpg.de/8895129/job_...
You'll be working on aberration-corrected lithography using advanced STEM techniques, including EELS measurements and nano-fab work. Perfect for those with a bachelor's degree!
More info & how to apply: www.fkf.mpg.de/8895129/job_...
We invite you to a colloquium in honor of Hans-Joachim Queisser on January 9. Prof. Queisser was one of the founding directors of our institute and shaped it profoundly. The colloquium will honor his life’s work and lasting impact on solid-state research.
www.fkf.mpg.de/8859617/memo...
www.fkf.mpg.de/8859617/memo...
December 28, 2025 at 11:10 AM
We invite you to a colloquium in honor of Hans-Joachim Queisser on January 9. Prof. Queisser was one of the founding directors of our institute and shaped it profoundly. The colloquium will honor his life’s work and lasting impact on solid-state research.
www.fkf.mpg.de/8859617/memo...
www.fkf.mpg.de/8859617/memo...
@unistuttgart.bsky.social awarded Bernhard Keimer the title of Honorary Senator at its 2025 annual celebration! This honor recognizes not only his academic achievements but also his long-standing commitment to the university. Congratulations Bernhard! www.fkf.mpg.de/8883356/2025...
December 20, 2025 at 8:37 AM
@unistuttgart.bsky.social awarded Bernhard Keimer the title of Honorary Senator at its 2025 annual celebration! This honor recognizes not only his academic achievements but also his long-standing commitment to the university. Congratulations Bernhard! www.fkf.mpg.de/8883356/2025...
Only one more week to apply for our fully-funded PhD positions in Quantum Materials! Join the Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (MPGC-QM) and work at one of five world-leading institutes!
Deadline is Dec 10!
Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
Deadline is Dec 10!
Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
December 3, 2025 at 7:12 AM
Only one more week to apply for our fully-funded PhD positions in Quantum Materials! Join the Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (MPGC-QM) and work at one of five world-leading institutes!
Deadline is Dec 10!
Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
Deadline is Dec 10!
Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
We’re excited to share that our colleague Dr. Anna Rosławska has been featured as the @dpgphysik.bsky.social Physicist of the Week! 🎉🔬
Anna explores light–matter interactions at sub-nanometer resolution using a unique combination of scanning tunneling microscopy and optical spectroscopy.
Anna explores light–matter interactions at sub-nanometer resolution using a unique combination of scanning tunneling microscopy and optical spectroscopy.
November 25, 2025 at 4:10 PM
We’re excited to share that our colleague Dr. Anna Rosławska has been featured as the @dpgphysik.bsky.social Physicist of the Week! 🎉🔬
Anna explores light–matter interactions at sub-nanometer resolution using a unique combination of scanning tunneling microscopy and optical spectroscopy.
Anna explores light–matter interactions at sub-nanometer resolution using a unique combination of scanning tunneling microscopy and optical spectroscopy.
Congratulations to Dr. Anna Rosławska on winning the 2026 DPG Gaede Prize for pioneering work on light–matter interaction at the atomic scale. Her STM-based insights into single-molecule luminescence and ultrafast processes open new paths for nano-/optoelectronics. www.fkf.mpg.de/8875387/2025...
November 16, 2025 at 2:05 PM
Congratulations to Dr. Anna Rosławska on winning the 2026 DPG Gaede Prize for pioneering work on light–matter interaction at the atomic scale. Her STM-based insights into single-molecule luminescence and ultrafast processes open new paths for nano-/optoelectronics. www.fkf.mpg.de/8875387/2025...
Our fully-funded PhD positions in Quantum Materials now open!
Join the Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (MPGC-QM) and work at one of five world-leading institutes. The deadline is Dec 10!
👉 Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
#QuantumMaterials #PhDPositions
Join the Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (MPGC-QM) and work at one of five world-leading institutes. The deadline is Dec 10!
👉 Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
#QuantumMaterials #PhDPositions
October 31, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Our fully-funded PhD positions in Quantum Materials now open!
Join the Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (MPGC-QM) and work at one of five world-leading institutes. The deadline is Dec 10!
👉 Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
#QuantumMaterials #PhDPositions
Join the Max Planck Graduate Center for Quantum Materials (MPGC-QM) and work at one of five world-leading institutes. The deadline is Dec 10!
👉 Learn more & apply here: www.fkf.mpg.de/8848816/job_...
#QuantumMaterials #PhDPositions
Science, dialogue & community in action 💡 Our first Institute Colloquium brought researchers together for a day of talks, posters, and friendly competition — from quantum materials to ping-pong!
Read more 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8857101/2025...
Read more 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8857101/2025...
October 22, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Science, dialogue & community in action 💡 Our first Institute Colloquium brought researchers together for a day of talks, posters, and friendly competition — from quantum materials to ping-pong!
Read more 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8857101/2025...
Read more 👉 www.fkf.mpg.de/8857101/2025...
Uniaxial pressure enhances excitonic fluctuations in Ta₂NiSe₅, revealing how electron–hole correlations drive its phase transition. Our Raman and optical studies support the excitonic-insulator picture. Read more: www.fkf.mpg.de/8855069/2025...
October 17, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Uniaxial pressure enhances excitonic fluctuations in Ta₂NiSe₅, revealing how electron–hole correlations drive its phase transition. Our Raman and optical studies support the excitonic-insulator picture. Read more: www.fkf.mpg.de/8855069/2025...
There is just 3 days left to register for the Max Planck Science Policy Winter School, which aims to educate young scientist on the topic of science policy! Learn more at www.fkf.mpg.de/mpsps
October 15, 2025 at 11:14 AM
There is just 3 days left to register for the Max Planck Science Policy Winter School, which aims to educate young scientist on the topic of science policy! Learn more at www.fkf.mpg.de/mpsps
Earlier this month, we held a joint workshop with our institute and Peking University, continuing our successful collaboration in condensed matter science. Learn more about the workshop here! www.fkf.mpg.de/8850503/2025...
October 14, 2025 at 7:17 AM
Earlier this month, we held a joint workshop with our institute and Peking University, continuing our successful collaboration in condensed matter science. Learn more about the workshop here! www.fkf.mpg.de/8850503/2025...
On Thursday, around 75 of our colleagues set out for our annual institute-wide outing! This year's destination was Bad Urach and the castle ruins of Hohenneuffen. It was foggy and rainy, but a great day out! Read more at: www.fkf.mpg.de/8845563/2025...
September 29, 2025 at 2:08 PM
On Thursday, around 75 of our colleagues set out for our annual institute-wide outing! This year's destination was Bad Urach and the castle ruins of Hohenneuffen. It was foggy and rainy, but a great day out! Read more at: www.fkf.mpg.de/8845563/2025...
Early this month, we finished the summer holidays with a Science Summer Camp, turning the institute into a playground of curiosity and discovery. Twenty children, aged 10 to 13, filled the labs with laughter, questions, and experiments. www.fkf.mpg.de/8840936/2025...
September 26, 2025 at 10:31 AM
Early this month, we finished the summer holidays with a Science Summer Camp, turning the institute into a playground of curiosity and discovery. Twenty children, aged 10 to 13, filled the labs with laughter, questions, and experiments. www.fkf.mpg.de/8840936/2025...
How can scientific evidence guide political decisions? And how can researchers take an active role in democratic debate? These are the central questions of the Max Planck Science Policy Winter School (MP-SPWS), taking place January 25–30, 2026, in Berlin! Learn more: www.fkf.mpg.de/mpsps
September 23, 2025 at 10:04 AM
How can scientific evidence guide political decisions? And how can researchers take an active role in democratic debate? These are the central questions of the Max Planck Science Policy Winter School (MP-SPWS), taking place January 25–30, 2026, in Berlin! Learn more: www.fkf.mpg.de/mpsps
Yesterday, we participated in the AOK-Firmenlauf in Ludwigsburg with our team "The FKF-Nanorunners team." Our team consisted of 16 runners from 10 different nations, and together achieved an impressive 19th out of 142 mixed teams! Well done runners!
September 18, 2025 at 12:42 PM
Yesterday, we participated in the AOK-Firmenlauf in Ludwigsburg with our team "The FKF-Nanorunners team." Our team consisted of 16 runners from 10 different nations, and together achieved an impressive 19th out of 142 mixed teams! Well done runners!