López Paz Group

The López Paz Group at the University of Copenhagen conducts solid-state chemistry research on quantum materials, combining synthesis, crystal growth and advanced characterization to understand structure–property relations in magnetic and low-dimensional.

About

We are interested in identifying, designing and synthesizing complex solid-state compounds as a platform for the realization of emergent quantum phenomena. By combining advanced crystal growth with soft chemistry methods for selective anion exchange and cation intercalation/deintercalation, we try to access unusual coordination and oxidation states in transition metal based compounds.

Structure–Property Relationships in Quantum and Magnetic Materials

In order to establish structure-property relations to guide materials discovery, we pursue a detailed structural and electronic characterization of the synthesized materials. As quantum materials are often characterized by a delicate interplay between structural, electronic and magnetic orders, this requires the use complementary experimental techniques (eg, X-ray and neutron scattering, and X-ray and muon spin spectroscopies) placing our research at the interface between solid state chemistry and condensed matter physics.

We currently focus on the study of low dimensional and frustrated magnets, and in the development of new magnetic van der Waals materials. We are always looking for innovative preparative solid-state chemistry procedures for the synthesis of new materials.

Contact

Sara López Paz
Tenure-track assistant professor

About

We are interested in identifying, designing and synthesizing complex solid-state compounds as a platform for the realization of emergent quantum phenomena. By combining advanced crystal growth with soft chemistry methods for selective anion exchange and cation intercalation/deintercalation, we try to access unusual coordination and oxidation states in transition metal based compounds.