Enlightening Days of Chemistry! Spring School LUMOMAT on Light-Matter Interactions

About

A famous quote from the American writer Edith Wharton states that “There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it”. The interaction between light and matter has fascinated not only writers but also scientists, and chemists are no exception. Shining light on a molecule or a material can induce remarkable phenomena at the infinitesimal scale of atoms and molecules. Over the past decades, these phenomena have been exploited by chemists in many scientific fields, including energy production, health and environment, the synthesis and characterization of materials for information transport and storage, and the light-induced construction of organic architectures.

During the Spring School LUMOMAT, students and world-class researchers will discuss recent advances and future directions in research fields devoted to light–matter interactions, from theoretical to experimental perspectives. The first day will combine invited talks, oral contributions, poster sessions and informal discussions.

May 19 - Arrival in Nantes
May 20 - Lectures & poster sessions
May 21 - Workshop, lab tours & social activities
May 22 - Workshop & social activities
May 23 - Departure from Nantes

Main lecturers : Timothy Barendt (University of Birmingham, GB), Erick Bastos (University of São Paulo, Brazil), Inés Corral Pérez (Autonomous University of Madrid, Spain), Mariangela Di Donato, (University of Firenze, Italy)

Course leader

Nantes Université, France

Target group

The Spring School is open to bachelor’s (3rd year minimum) or master’s students in chemistry. Knowledge of organic chemistry, spectroscopy, theoretical chemistry and/or electrochemistry is appreciated. Participants will be awarded 1 ECTS upon successful completion of the program.

Participation is free of charge for bachelor's and master's students (maximum 20 students) and includes:
- Accommodation for 4 nights
- Airport shuttles and public transport
- Participation in social and cultural activities

Course aim

- Develop advanced knowledge in photochemistry and related disciplines
- Apply critical analysis to contemporary challenges in photosciences
- Cultivate an informed understanding of the role of light in the synthesis and application of molecular systems
- Improve scientific communication skills
- Foster collaboration and networking
- Expand the possibilities for student experience