Per Thomas Martin Tybell

Per Thomas Martin Tybell is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering at NTNU, where he also serves as Head of the Department of Electronics and Telecommunications. With over 20 years of experience in oxide electronics and materials science, his research focuses on synthesis and nanostructuring of epitaxial complex oxide thin film heterostructures, particularly interface engineering of ferroelectric and magnetic systems. His work examines how symmetry, defects, and structural distortions influence functional properties like charge transport, ferroelectricity, and magnetism. Collaborations span institutions in the U.S., Japan, Sweden, and Norway.

He leads cross-disciplinary nanotechnology efforts at NTNU, including developing a new 5-year MSc curriculum in Electronics. His administrative roles include managing external grants, directing scientific projects, and participating in evaluation committees. His publications (e.g., in Physical Review B, Nature Communications, and Journal of Applied Physics) reflect expertise in magnetic systems, thin film characterization, and material degradation under environmental conditions. He actively engages in curriculum innovation, such as early engineering projects and teaching communication skills to freshmen.

Recent research highlights include studies on magnetic domain behavior in epitaxial films, strain effects in perovskites, and spin dynamics in heterostructures. His contributions bridge materials science and engineering education, emphasizing practical design and interdisciplinary collaboration.