Van Tuong Pham
Also known as: V. T. Pham, Van Tuong Pham
IMEC, CEA Grenoble, Université Grenoble Alpes, Hanyang University, CIC nanoGUNE
Research areas: Physics and Astronomy · Condensed Matter Physics · Magnetic properties of thin films · Quantum and electron transport phenomena · Advanced Condensed Matter Physics
About
Van Tuong Pham, born in Vietnam, displayed a keen interest in science and technology from a young age, setting the stage for his future endeavors in academia and research. He initiated his research career as a dedicated student at the Institute of Materials Sciences-VAST in Hanoi.
In 2011, Pham ventured abroad, earning a Master's degree in Physics in 2013 from Hanyang University in Seoul, South Korea, with a focus on electromagnetic metamaterials. This period marked the start of his experimental research career.
In 2014, he joined INAC-CEA in Grenoble, France, for a Ph.D. in nanophysics, funded by the Laboratoire d’Excellence (LANEF), completing it in 2017. Post-Ph.D., he joined the Nanodevices group at CIC nanoGUNE in San Sebastian, Spain, as a postdoctoral researcher, where his work, funded by the ‘Juan de la Cierva — Formación’ program, centered on spin-orbit transport in local and non-local devices.
At nanoGUNE, collaborating with Intel Corp., Pham investigated spin-charge conversion for magnetic readout, crucial for the MESO logic concept aimed at surpassing CMOS computations. He later worked at Spintec/CEA-CNRS in Grenoble, focusing on current-induced skyrmion transports in synthetic antiferromagnetic nanostructures for advanced computational applications.
Currently, he works as the researcher/ the senior engineer in Angstrom Patterning (ÅP) department at imec in Leuven. His role is the specialist in extremely ultraviolet lithography for memory and interest in developing beyond CMOS technology.
Pham's prolific publication record includes 50 peer-reviewed articles and an h-index of 21, with his work appearing in prestigious journals like Science, Nature Electronics, Nature Communications, Nano Letters, Physical Review Letters, Applied Physical Letters, and Physical Review B. Beginning his publication journey during his Master's studies, Pham has made substantial contributions to nanomagnetism, spintronics, metamaterials, and semiconductors. He has presented his research at numerous prestigious conferences, including the invited talks at INTERMAG-Lyon 2021 and IWAMSN-Danang 2024. He also serves as an active reviewer in the field of spintronics for journals such as Nature, Nature Communications, Physical Review Applied, Physical Review B, Applied Physics Express, and others.
Pham's transition from a dedicated student in Vietnam to a leading researcher in nanomagnetism and spintronics underscores his persistence, intellect, and passion. His innovative contributions influence both the academic and professional realms, significantly advancing these fields. His dedication, groundbreaking research, and substantial contributions have established Pham as a distinguished figure in nanomagnetism, spintronics, metamaterials, and semiconductors, driving forward scientific and technological progress.
Employment
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IMEC Researcher - Specialist2022 - Present
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CEA Grenoble Postdoc2019 - Present
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CIC nanoGUNE Postdoctoral researcher (with a fellowship)2017 - Present
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Commissariat à l’énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives Direction CEA Tech PhD researcher (with a Doctoral fellowship)2014 - 2017
- 2011 - 2013
Education
- 2014 - 2017
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Hanyang University Master2011 - 2013
Projects & Funding
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Spin-orbit phenomena in spintronic nanodevices Ministerio de Economía y Competitividad2018 - 2019
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Interplay between spin currents and Domain Walls in lateral nanostructures LANEF - Laboratoire d’Alliances Nanoscience-Energies du futur2013 - 2017
Publications (68)
- Thermal Spin Wave Noise as a Probe for the Dzyaloshinskii-Moriya Interaction Save
- EUV DRAM patterning historic overview and future assumption Save
- Patterning optimization for single exposure BLP and SNLP DRAM layers with 0.33NA and 0.55NA EUV lithography Save
- Resolution improvement and dose reduction in logic and memory applications from low NA to high NA Save
- A seamless graphene spin valve based on proximity to van der Waals magnet Cr2Ge2Te6 Save
- Fast current-induced skyrmion motion in synthetic antiferromagnets Save
- Electrical Detection and Nucleation of a Magnetic Skyrmion in a Magnetic Tunnel Junction Observed via Operando Magnetic Microscopy Save
- Fast current-induced skyrmion motion in synthetic antiferromagnets Save
- Large spin-charge interconversion induced by interfacial spin-orbit coupling in a highly conducting all-metallic system Save
- Patterning optimization for single mask bit-line-periphery and storage-node-landing-pad DRAM layers using 0.33NA EUV lithography at the resolution limit Save
- Towards fully electrically controlled domain-wall logic Save
- Spin-to-charge conversion by spin pumping in sputtered polycrystalline BiSe Save
- Patterning assessment using 0.33NA EUV single mask for next generation DRAM manufacturing Save
- Emergence of large spin-charge interconversion at an oxidized Cu/W interface Save
- Quantification of spin-charge interconversion in highly resistive sputtered BixSe1-x with nonlocal spin valves Save
- Electrical measurement of the spin Hall effect isotropy in ferromagnets with strong spin-orbit interactions Save
- All-Electrical Spin-to-Charge Conversion in Sputtered BixSe1-x Save
- Emergence of large spin-charge interconversion at an oxidized Cu/W interface Save
- Skyrmions in synthetic antiferromagnets and their nucleation via electrical current and ultra-fast laser illumination Save
- Disentangling spin, anomalous and planar Hall effects in ferromagnetic/heavy metal nanostructures Save