TOPOCOM - Topological Solitons in Ferroics for Unconventional Computing
TOPOCOM

TOPOCOM is a network of leading European groups from different disciplines and sectors selected to provide comprehensive training on the integrative concepts underlying the science of topological solitons in ferroic materials and their application in unconventional computing.
Topological solitons are a rich source of emergent physical phenomena and most promising nanoscale systems for future technology, enabling conceptually new pathways for low-energy information processing and sensing, as well as integrated data storage. Many of the developments in the field have occurred only in the past few years and it is clear that we have only scratched the tip of the iceberg concerning the topological solitons that form in electrically or magnetically ordered materials.
The TOPOCOM network spans the whole range from fundamental physics and applied materials science - linking both experimental and theoretical aspects - to industrial-scale production and evaluation. The scientific part (“Training through Research”) is complemented by advanced transferable business and cultural skills training (“Training for Life”), providing Europe with a unique training programme at the forefront in unconventional computing based on electric and magnetic solitons.
TOPOCOM will establish innovative solutions for more sustainable information technology and educate the next generation of experts, highly qualified to tackle the technological key challenges of growing complexity in an important sector for EU economic development.

This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon Europe Programme Horizon.1.2 under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA).
News
New Research Highlights
Several recent achievements from the TOPOCOM network are now featured in our Research Highlights. These include two Editor’s Picks in Applied Physics Letters on skyrmion lattice control and real-time skyrmion readout, as well as recent poster awards received by Krishna Patel and Memoona.
Skyrmion lattice control | Real-time skyrmion readout
TOPOCOM Newsletter – Second Edition
The second edition of the TOPOCOM Newsletter is now available!
It presents recent scientific progress within the network, including advances in magnetic and ferroelectric topological textures, new results in unconventional computing, and developments in simulation and experimental platforms.
TOPOCOM Video
We are excited to show the TOPOCOM video !
It highlights the project’s journey since its start. The video features our main activities and events, including training schools, workshops, and outreach initiatives. It offers a glimpse into the collaborative spirit of TOPOCOM and the network we are building across Europe.
TOPOCOM Poster
We’re excited to share the official TOPOCOM poster !
It features the research focus of all our Doctoral Candidates, spanning magnetic textures, ferroelectric systems, and neuromorphic computing—plus a visual map of our network and partners across Europe.
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