Pietro Gambardella

Prof. Pietro Gambardella is a Full Professor and Chair of Magnetism and Interface Physics at ETH Zürich's Department of Materials. He leads an experimental research group investigating magnetic systems for magnetoelectronics applications, focusing on nanoscale magnetism, spintronics, and advanced characterization techniques like synchrotron radiation and scanning probe microscopy.

Educations:

• PhD in Physics, EPFL, Switzerland (2000)
• Diploma di Laurea in Fisica, Università di Genova (1996, Summa cum laude)

Research Interests: His work explores novel magnetic materials (e.g., thin films, single-atom magnets), spin dynamics, and energy-efficient magnetic devices. Key themes include stabilizing nanoscale magnets, electric-field control of magnetization, and ultrafast magnetization switching using spin-orbit torques. His group develops cutting-edge techniques for high-resolution magnetic measurements.

Awards:

• Golden Owl Teaching Award (ETH Zurich, 2018)
• ERC Starting Grant (2007)
• Highly Cited Researcher (ISI Web of Science, 2022/2021)

Advising & Grants: Gambardella has overseen numerous research projects, including ERC-funded initiatives. His work bridges fundamental physics and applied spintronics, contributing to advanced memory and logic systems. His team collaborates internationally, leveraging interdisciplinary approaches.

Labs/Teams: His experimental group focuses on nanomagnetism and interface physics, with expertise in ultra-high vacuum deposition, spintronic device fabrication, and advanced spectroscopic techniques.