John Osborne
- Email: pyjco@leeds.ac.uk
- Thesis title: Optimisation of magnetic multilayers for surface acoustic wave-driven skyrmion motion
- Supervisors: Dr Thomas Moore, Professor John Cunningham
Profile
In 2023 I achieved Master of Physics in Physics (Hons) First Class, at the University of Central Lancashire focusing on experimental physics and vacuum systems. During which I recommissioned a scanning tunnelling microscope and a scanning column magnetometer. This experience inspired me to pursue a PhD specifically in condensed matter physics due to my interest in instrumentation and the wide range of exotic materials and phenomena to study.
Research interests
I am researching the interaction of surface acoustic waves (SAWs) and topological magnetic spin textures called skyrmions. I aim to develop a magnetic thin film device in which skyrmions can be manipulated enabling control and propagation in two dimensions. I use a range of experimental techniques to fabricate and analyse samples including DC magnetron sputtering, Lithography, X-ray reflectivity, Kerr microscopy, S-parameter measurements and photoemission electron microscopy.
Qualifications
- Master of Physics in Physics (Hons) First Class, University of Central Lancashire