International Conference on Theoretical Physics

Sections of the Conference
-Quantum Theory including Quantum Information
- General Relativity Theory, Cosmology and Astrophysics
-General Physics
- Condensed Matter
- High Energy Physics and Nuclear Theory
- Mathematical Physics.

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International Conference on Quantum Metrology 2011

You are cordially invited to attend the International Conference on Quantum Metrology (QM) in Poznan, Poland. The QM`2011 is organized by Poznan University of Technology (Poland) and Friedrich-Schiller University in Jena (Germany).

An aim of the conference is the presentation of results of research and of development, both theoretical and application, in the quantum metrology. In the intention of organizers the QM conference has to be a conference, addressed to metrologists and physicists. We foresee the participation in the conference of guests invited to uttering of short lectures.

The conference language is English. Presentations of reviewed papers will take place on oral plenary sessions, and in the case of the greater number of papers also on a poster session.

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International Symposium on Advanced Complex Inorganic Nanomaterials

ACIN 2011 is an international symposium organised jointly by the University of Namur (FUNDP) and the Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL) on behalf of all INANOMAT partners (BELSPO).

The aim of this meeting is to offer an update of recent innovations in both fundamental and applied aspects highlighting new advances and progress in the field of nano-materials (inorganics, ceramics, hybrids, molecular and bio-inspired). We encourage researchers to submit an abstract of their most recent research related to one of the four following topics:

T1: Nano-sized and nano-structured materials: Fundamental Aspects, Surface Science Mechanisms, Theoretical Models and Characterization.

T2: Advanced preparation methods: New precursors, New methods including Sol-Gel processing, New materials, Processing and Shaping.

T3: Templated and Self-assembled (porous) materials including MOFs and hybrid materials.

T4: New Applications and New Properties: Chemical (catalysis, sensors, gas storage) and Physical (magnetism, optics, conductivity, spin crossover…) properties and applications in fuel cells, solar cells, batteries, …

The emphasis will be put on interdisciplinarity (Complexity and relation with other disciplines) and on future directions (New trends). The organisers would also like to make this meeting a discussion forum between scientists working in the field and also those who would like to become acquainted with new developments and perspectives of applications of nano-materials.

Abstract submission: Jan 15th 2011

Early registration and payment deadline: May 1st 2011

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International Conference on Statistical Physics (SigmaPhi2011)

The conference will cover all the topics of Statistical Physics:

A) Foundations and theoretical aspects of classical and quantum statistical physics.

B) Mathematical aspects and methods: formalism, rigorous results, exact solutions, connections with the methods of high energy physics, string theory, mathematical statistics and information theory.

C) Nonequilibrium systems: transport theory, plasmas, dynamical systems, relaxation phenomena, random systems, chemical reactions, pattern formation etc.

D) Applications to physical systems: quantum systems, soft condensed matter, fluids, surfaces and interfaces, disordered and glassy systems etc.

E) Interdisciplinary applications of statistical physics: biophysics, econophysics, social systems, networks, traffic flow, algorithmic problems, etc.

FORMAT:

The conference will be organized in sessions dealing with general aspects and fundamental problems of statistical physics.

A special session will be organized under the auspices of the EPS-SNP
(European Physical Society - Statistical and Nonlinear Physics Division)

Moreover some workshops and symposia will cluster talks dedicated to special topics. The conference will include also poster sessions devoted to general and special topics of statistical physics.

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International Symposium on Advanced Complex Inorganic Nanomaterials

ACIN 2011 is an international symposium organised jointly by the University of Namur (FUNDP) and the Université Catholique de Louvain (UCL) on behalf of all INANOMAT partners (BELSPO).

The aim of this meeting is to offer an update of recent innovations in both fundamental and applied aspects highlighting new advances and progress in the field of nano-materials (inorganics, ceramics, hybrids, molecular and bio-inspired). We encourage researchers to submit an abstract of their most recent research related to one of the four following topics:

T1: Nano-sized and nano-structured materials: Fundamental Aspects, Surface Science Mechanisms, Theoretical Models and Characterization.

T2: Advanced preparation methods: New precursors, New methods including Sol-Gel processing, New materials, Processing and Shaping.

T3: Templated and Self-assembled (porous) materials including MOFs and hybrid materials.

T4: New Applications and New Properties: Chemical (catalysis, sensors, gas storage) and Physical (magnetism, optics, conductivity, spin crossover…) properties and applications in fuel cells, solar cells, batteries, …

The emphasis will be put on interdisciplinarity (Complexity and relation with other disciplines) and on future directions (New trends). The organisers would also like to make this meeting a discussion forum between scientists working in the field and also those who would like to become acquainted with new developments and perspectives of applications of nano-materials.

Abstract submission: Jan 15th 2011

Early registration and payment deadline: May 1st 2011

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International workshop on Noise in Non-Equilibrium Systems: From Physics to Biology

Recent advances in the study of artificial and biological nano-systems have revealed that these two topics have in common more fundamental physical aspects than one would expect from the vastly different compositions, structures and functions of these systems. The prevalent strong interaction of the functional parts of both types of systems with their respective environments impose strong fluctuations and therefore most often render standard theoretical approaches like weak coupling theories inadequate. The functional aspects of artificial as well as biological systems generally rely on non-equilibrium conditions which may be imposed by chemical or electrical potential differences, or also by temperature differences. A time dependent external driving exhibits yet another non-equilibrium scenario.
The investigation of transport properties of charges, heat, or particles under strong non-equilibrium conditions in the presence of strong noise has been rich in surprising results and continues to present a lively field of research. While the relevance of quantum mechanics for charge transport in artificial nano-systems is well established, and also recent experiments with nano-mechanical systems have approached the quantum regime, the role of quantum mechanics for biological systems is still controversial.

The purpose of the workshop is to bring together leading experts from different topical research areas such as biophysics, quantum mechanics of nano-systems and transport processes, and to provide a stimulating scientific environment. It is our hope that the interactions among the participants will contribute to a deeper understanding of the fundamental role of noise.

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International workshop on Noise in Non-Equilibrium Systems: From Physics to Biology

Recent advances in the study of artificial and biological nano-systems have revealed that these two topics have in common more fundamental physical aspects than one would expect from the vastly different compositions, structures and functions of these systems. The prevalent strong interaction of the functional parts of both types of systems with their respective environments impose strong fluctuations and therefore most often render standard theoretical approaches like weak coupling theories inadequate. The functional aspects of artificial as well as biological systems generally rely on non-equilibrium conditions which may be imposed by chemical or electrical potential differences, or also by temperature differences. A time dependent external driving exhibits yet another non-equilibrium scenario.
The investigation of transport properties of charges, heat, or particles under strong non-equilibrium conditions in the presence of strong noise has been rich in surprising results and continues to present a lively field of research. While the relevance of quantum mechanics for charge transport in artificial nano-systems is well established, and also recent experiments with nano-mechanical systems have approached the quantum regime, the role of quantum mechanics for biological systems is still controversial.

The purpose of the workshop is to bring together leading experts from different topical research areas such as biophysics, quantum mechanics of nano-systems and transport processes, and to provide a stimulating scientific environment. It is our hope that the interactions among the participants will contribute to a deeper understanding of the fundamental role of noise.

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