Looking for interdisciplinary institutes/groups (Europe preferred)

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The discussion focuses on finding interdisciplinary research institutes in Europe for pursuing a PhD in physics, particularly those that balance theoretical and experimental work. The user has a background in Semiconductors and Cold Atoms/Condensed Matter, and is open to exploring topics in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, and Informatics. DIEP is highlighted as a prime example of an interdisciplinary group, with a specific PhD opportunity linked. The user seeks additional suggestions for similar institutes that facilitate interdisciplinary research.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of interdisciplinary research in physics
  • Familiarity with Semiconductors and Cold Atoms/Condensed Matter
  • Knowledge of Electrical Engineering and Materials Science
  • Basic awareness of PhD application processes in Europe
NEXT STEPS
  • Research interdisciplinary PhD programs at DIEP and similar institutes
  • Explore PhD opportunities in Electrical Engineering and Materials Science
  • Investigate the role of informatics in physics research
  • Look into interdisciplinary projects listed on platforms like FindAPhD
USEFUL FOR

Prospective PhD candidates in physics, researchers interested in interdisciplinary studies, and students with backgrounds in Semiconductors, Cold Atoms, or related fields seeking collaborative research opportunities.

Sangunity
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Hi everyone, first time posting here! ;)

Does anyone have good suggestions for interdisciplinary groups (preferably based in Europe), focusing on a physics topic/problem? I am considering doing a PhD, and currently, I am doing the broadest research for places. I don't mind if the research is theoretical or experimental, and my best-case scenario would be a position with a good balance of theory-experiment. Currently, the areas of physics in which I have experience (student) of doing research are Semiconductors, and Cold atoms/Condensed matter (theoretical), but I am super open to other topics. Besides my BSc in Theoretical Physics and my MSc in General Physics, I have experience with EDA chip design, informatics, and a strong math background.

DIEP is an excellent example of what I am looking for, but I was wondering if there are similar places. For example, this PhD https://www.d-iep.org/phdtopoinfo they offer is in the ballpark of what I am looking for.
 
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Besides physics and math, what other disciplines are you interested in for your PhD research?
 
I am more than willing (plus comfortable and curious) to engage with topics in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Informatics. Potentially something connected with biology/chemistry would be fine too (in the line of devices for biology or biophysical topics), but these are not my strong suit. ;)
 
Usually the way this works is someone has a research topic in mind that crosses the boundaries between disciplines. This is different - you want to do something interdisciplinary but don;t have a strong preference as to what it is. I think this will be a hard sell, not least because its "backwards" compared to most applications.
 
Sangunity said:
I am more than willing (plus comfortable and curious) to engage with topics in Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or Informatics. Potentially something connected with biology/chemistry would be fine too (in the line of devices for biology or biophysical topics), but these are not my strong suit. ;)
Here's one listing of physics-related PhD openings in Europe;

https://www.findaphd.com/phds/physics/?10M7W0&Keywords=europe

A quick glance indicates many interdisciplinary projects involving the fields you've listed..
 

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