Introduction to the Action

The COST Action “European Network for Innovative and Advanced Epitaxy”, named OPERA, will build a new and innovative European Network composed of expert communities in epitaxial growth focusing on different materials classes: conventional semiconductors, oxides and 2D materials.

It aims to bridge the gap between traditionally separated scientific communities, both academic and industrial, having the common goal to combine complementary knowledge, push further the material maturation, and exploit epitaxial combinations of the different material classes in order to unveil new properties and produce new functionalities.

Based on this organization, the OPERA COST Action will foster interdisciplinary collaborative research activities allowing maintaining European epitaxy at the topmost worldwide level of research and innovation.

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Working Groups

WG1

Fundamental research – New Materials

In material science, the ambition is to address new challenges, pushing the frontiers of knowledge. To address Sustainable Development Goals: the fundamental key in the epitaxy field must be addressed for mastering “actual” materials and developing new materials.

WG2

Applications-oriented material developments

Optimization of materials for innovative devices: Novel device performances rely on material properties. In this regard, materials must be developed considering device requirements.

WG3

Industry-oriented materials development and technological transfers

To develop technological transfer-ready devices, the fundamental challenges of tasks 1 & 2 must be addressed by taking into account market–proof device specifications.

Latest News

Women in Science webinar

Women in Science webinar

Dear Colleagues, The OPERA COST Action is delighted to announce the upcoming Women in Science webinar Equality in science – how to benefit from the diverse potential by Anna Grędzińska on September 24, 2024 at 2 pm (GMT+1, Poland time)Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87559167716?pwd=zU2FXYEqLN6dnV4uAbiQtZpyFoeQ5x.1 Bio: Anna Grędzińska is responsible for developing and implementing anti-discrimination policies and activities...
51st International Conference on Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films (ICMCTF 2025)

51st International Conference on Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films (ICMCTF 2025)

Date: 11 May to 
16 May, 2025
The 51st International Conference on Metallurgical Coatings and Thin Films (ICMCTF 2025) will be held at the Town & Country Hotel and Convention Center, San Diego, California, USA, from May 11-16, 2025. ICMCTF is the premier international conference in the field of thin film deposition, characterization, and advanced surface engineering, promoting a global exchange of ideas and information among...
Head of the European research network on epitaxy: it’s a one of the key areas in the development of daily technologies

Head of the European research network on epitaxy: it's a one of the key areas in the development of daily technologies

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Online workshop on PLD growth

Online workshop on PLD growth

Date: 10 July to 
10 July, 2024
Dear colleagues, On July 10, CNR-SPIN will organize an online workshop named: Growth of epitaxial thin films and multilayers by pulsed laser deposition, with real-time and in-situ monitoring of the process and post-deposition analyses. The program is reported here. All interested colleagues are welcome to participate here.
OPERA COST Action International Hybrid Training school

OPERA COST Action International Hybrid Training school

Date: 25 September to 
27 September, 2024
Physical Principles and Theory of Advanced Epitaxial Growth Methods and Devices  University of Cyprus, School of Engineering, Nicosia, Cyprus25 – 27 September 2024 Practical information for Training School Where?The Training School will take place between the 25 and 27 september at the Constantinos the Great Beach Hotel (seminar room) in Protaras, Cyprus.  Hotel Visit the...
JVC-19 conference – Croatia

JVC-19 conference - Croatia

Date: 29 September to 
4 October, 2024
Dear colleagues, We cordially invite you to the JVC-19 conference!  JVC-19 (Joint Vacuum Conference) is the 19th conference of the vacuum societies of Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia. It is organized biennially in one of the member countries. JVC-19 will be organized as a joint conference with the 30th International Scientific Meeting on Vacuum Science...

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