This workshop focusses on the development and applicability of micromagnetic simulations to scattering data, in particular diffuse or small angle scattering data and reflectometry, collected on magnetic materials. In some cases, this requires testing and validating simulations against experimental data, and in other cases, developing best practice for measurement strategies and protocols. The measurement styles described above often probe similar lengthscales, but the problems and requirements are often very different. In this workshop, we will bring together these aspects to promote information exchange between experts in these areas.
The workshop is split into two independent parts – the first one focussed on setting out the current state-of-the-art in terms of measuring the scattering function S(q) using the techniques noted above, and in terms of micromagnetic theory and how it is applied to small angle neutron scattering and reflectometry.
Part II will explore the extent and limits of current approaches for combining scattering data with simulation results, and will provide a forum for setting out future areas of interest to push these methods forward.
The workshop will be held over two afternoons:
Day 3: (Part 2 on April 8-9)
Introduction and demonstration of MM simulation software packages, including cross-checks.
Discussion panel with software package representatives about implementing calculations into packages, with opinions on feasibility, necessary approaches, and further details
Confirmed speakers: Artur Glavic (Paul Scherrer Institut), Jonathan Leliaert (Ghent University)
Day 4: (Part 2 on April 8-9)
Round-table discussion with the aim of setting out finite tasks along with a plan for development.
Where: Online, a zoom link will be provided just before the event
When: April 8-9, 2-5pm CET every day
Registration deadline: April 5
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DAY 1, Thursday April 8
14:00 – Introduction
14:05 Jonathan Leliaert (incl. break)
15:00 Artur Glavic (incl. break)
16:00 Discussion panel (incl. breakout rooms for 30 minutes depending a little bit on the number of participants)
DAY 2, Friday April 9
14:00 – Introduction
14:05 Dmitry Berkov (incl. break)
15:00 Round-table discussion
The round-table discussions will start with small groups who will discuss current problems from both the simulation side and the requirements of experimental/scientific questions. These groups will be lead by Jonathan Leliaert and Dmitry Berkov on the simulation side, and Artur Glavic and Andreas Michels on the experimental question side. The groups will then report back on the issues that have come up, and there will then be a general discussion with the aim of developing a roadmap for future possible actions.