The two-day workshop Topological Textures in Optics and Magnetism will be an opportunity for discussion and exchange between research communities in optics and magnetism with a focus on topological textures and magneto-optical interactions. It will offer extended focus talks from experts of the respective fields as well as contributed talks from participants. Ample time will be dedicated for discussions to explore common grounds and opportunities for collaborative work. 

The workshop will be financially supported by the COST Action Polytopo. 

Dates

Arrival 7 September 2025

Workshop 8 - 9 September 2025

Departure 10 September 2025

Registration & accommodation 

The registration deadline is 4 August 2025.

There is no registration fee. The number of participants is limited to 20 - please apply as early as possible to secure your place.

A limited number of hotel rooms have been reserved by the organizers. Please tick the corresponding box in the registration form. Participants are required to cover initially the expenses for travel and accommodation but they are eligible to obtain refunds from the COST Action Polytopo.

Venue

Scientific Meeting and Conference Center Gastdozentenhaus Karlsruhe

Organizating Committee

• Sonja Franke-Arnold (University of Glasgow)
• Markus Garst (KIT)

Contact address

Helena Wöhr, email: sekretariat∂tfp.kit.edu