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Jörgen Larsson is Professor of Atomic Physics at Lund University and Manager of the Atomic Physics division. He is also Assistant Director at LINXS – Institute of Advanced Neutron and X-ray Science, Coordinator of the LTH Profile Area “Photon Science and Technology”, and a researcher at the MAX IV Laboratory where he manages the FemtoMAX beamline for structural dynamics.
Research Interests:
His work lies at the intersection of ultrafast X-ray science, atomic and molecular physics, and condensed-matter physics. Key themes include:
- Ultrafast dynamics in Mott insulators and phase-change materials
- Nanoscale heat transport probed by time-resolved X-ray diffraction
- Development of high-resolution macromolecular crystallography instrumentation
- Laser-induced non-thermal melting and lattice dynamics
These activities directly support the UN Sustainable Development Goals by advancing sustainable energy and material technologies.
Research Output Trends:
Recent publications (2020–2024) demonstrate a continuous focus on ultrafast X-ray techniques applied to complex materials. Studies range from fundamental investigations of insulator-to-metal transitions driven by photo-induced strain waves to practical improvements in synchrotron beamline instrumentation for structural biology.
Projects & Infrastructure:
- Principal Investigator, “Ultrafast switching of the structural phase of phase-change memory materials” (Swedish Research Council, 2024–2028)
- Principal Investigator, “Can the phase-change material GST become an ultra-fast storage medium?” (Olle Engkvists Stiftelse, 2025–2029)
- Manager, FemtoMAX beamline – MAX IV Laboratory
Teams & Collaborations:
He leads a multidisciplinary team that includes post-doctoral researchers and PhD students, collaborating extensively across Europe, North America, and Asia. The group operates cutting-edge facilities at MAX IV and LINXS, fostering synergies between academia and industry.
