Welcome

The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) exploits the successful research network between the Max Planck Institute of Microstructure Physics and the Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg and the Fraunhofer Institute for Microstructure of Materials and Systems, Halle, to carry out research into novel atomically engineered materials for nano-systems which tackles grand societal challenges in the fields of information technology and sustainability.

Research areas

  • Spintronics
  • Oxides and Interfaces
  • Atomically Engineered Materials
  • Computational Materials Discovery
  • Topological Materials
  • Non-Equilibrium Materials
  • Routes to Room Temperature Superconductivity

Upcoming Events and Workshops

IMPRS Seminar: Dongchang & Sandipan

May 7, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Local Time Germany)
Max-Planck-Institut für Mikrostrukturphysik, Weinberg 2, 06120 Halle (Saale), Room: Lecture Hall, B.1.11

IMPRS Seminar: Tiange & Natalie

May 21, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Local Time Germany)
Max-Planck-Institut für Mikrostrukturphysik, Weinberg 2, 06120 Halle (Saale), Room: Lecture Hall, B.1.11

Smart Scientific Tools: AI for Writing, Literature, and Text Feedback

May 27, 2026 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM (Local Time Germany)
MPI Halle, Room: Lecture Hall, B.1.11

Jenny & Ricardo

Jun 4, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Local Time Germany)
Max-Planck-Institut für Mikrostrukturphysik, Weinberg 2, 06120 Halle (Saale), Room: Lecture Hall, B.1.11

Torje & Anshuman

Jun 18, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Local Time Germany)
Max-Planck-Institut für Mikrostrukturphysik, Weinberg 2, 06120 Halle (Saale), Room: Lecture Hall, B.1.11

Our vision

IMPRS-STNS aims to support excellent young scientists on their way towards a PhD degree.

Candidates will be selected on a competitive basis and provided with a contract for a three years period.

We offer interesting interdisciplinary research surroundings and additional training in the form of lectures, workshops, laboratory training, tutorials, and special seminars.

English is the teaching language in all courses and is also spoken in the laboratories.

Our mission

IMPRS-STNS will link with partner universities in Asia, North America and Europe by funding international exchange internships for PhD students admitted to the IMPRS-STNS, a buddy program, and stipends for foreign PhD students to carry out research in Halle.

In addition, we will develop e-learning programs, especially to foster interdisciplinary research, provide transferable skills courses, and provide career counseling for the admitted PhD students. From excellent education to a first job is another key focus of the program to build a strong alumni community.

We look forward to receiving your application.

News

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Annika Johansson appointed Professor for Mesoscopic Quantum Dynamics

April 13, 2026

Former IMPRS doctoral researcher and Minerva Fast-Track Group Leader at MPI Halle appointed full professor at MLU.

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Successful PhD defense of Dr. Zhong Wang

April 01, 2026

Congratulations to Zhong for completing his thesis on coupled VO2 oscillators!
 

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Summa cum laude: Congratulations to Matthias!

March 12, 2026

Our newest IMPRS alumnus studied the Chirality-Induced Spin Selectivity (CISS) effect in polymeric model systems.

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Congratulations to Dr. Chris Körner for completing his PhD with highest grades!

February 12, 2026

During his PhD, Chris explored optical methods to study magnetization dynamics.

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A well-deserved honor: Dr. Lukas Fischer completes his PhD with summa cum laude

January 26, 2026

Lukas’s PhD thesis shows that microwave signals can manipulate magnetic domain walls in ultra-thin materials.

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IMPRS Highlights in 2025

December 18, 2025

2025 was a successful year for the IMPRS-STNS with several defenses, an international retreat and many more events. We look forward to other exciting…

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