Overview
By following this Applications of X-ray and Neutron Scattering in Biology, Chemistry and Physics course at the University of Copenhagen the students will:
- be introduced to scattering methods, including diffraction, small angle scattering, X-ray absorption spectroscopy (EXAFS), inelastic neutron scattering, including examples from biological and soft matter, materials chemistry and physics
- develop an intuitive view of the application of these scattering methods to solve their own research questions
- have access to hands-on exercise, including proposal writing, data analysis and presentation of data
- participate on hands-on experiments at the DTU Imaging facility and at MAX-IV (the latter to be confirmed)
- have a tour of MAX-IV facility in Lund, Sweden.
Skills:
The student will develop a solid knowledge (i) of the basic concepts of scattering and (ii) of different experimental scattering methods and respective data analysis.
Competences:
- Be able to participate in experiments at large scale facilities
- Be able to perform simple data analysis on data from large scale facilities
- Be able to apply scattering and imaging techniques to own research
- Be able to write his/her own application for beam time for a large scale facility
Programme Structure
By the end of this course you will:
- Be oriented on the basic physical principles for X-ray and neutron scattering and imaging
- Be oriented on basic experimental methods used at large scale facilities
- Understand elastic, inelastic, coherent and incoherent scattering processes
- Be oriented in how scattering and imaging techniques can be applied to soft materials and hard condensed matter
What students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Basic knowledge in solid-state physics and understanding of scattering techniques is advisable. If the student does not have such knowledge she/he should contact the course responsible asking for basic literature.
- Academic qualifications equivalent to a BSc degree is recommended.
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Tuition Fees
Living costs
Copenhagen
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