The Spanish Chapter of the IEEE Magnetic Society has awarded the 2024 Best PhD Thesis Prize to Carla Boix Constant, PhD in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology from the Universitat de València, in recognition of the excellence and originality of her research in the field of magnetism.

Her thesis, Tuning the Properties of Two-Dimensional Magnetic Heterostructures via Interface Engineering with Molecular and Inorganic van der Waals Crystals, represents a pioneering contribution to the study of two-dimensional magnetic materials. Carla Boix Constant’s work lies at the intersection of condensed matter physics, crystal growth, and device nanofabrication. With a background in chemistry, she has developed strong expertise in the synthesis of layered materials and in the study of magnetic systems at the two-dimensional limit (2D), seeking new synergies in the field of twistronics and by incorporating molecular materials responsive to external stimuli in miniaturized electronic devices.

This recognition highlights the scientific quality of the research carried out at the Institute of Molecular Science (ICMol), a centre of excellence of the Universitat de València, and its contribution to the advancement of next-generation functional materials.

The jury also highlighted the high scientific level and quality of the theses submitted by all the candidates, making the final decision especially challenging.

The decision was communicated by Patricia de la Presa, President of the Spanish Chapter of the IEEE Magnetic Society, and José Ángel de Toro, Secretary of the Chapter.