This course will introduce you to the methods of small-angle scattering using x-rays and neutrons. The course will have a strong hands-on approach using a mixture of lectures combined with simulations and walked-through analysis examples giving you direct experience with a range of the most common lines of attack for SAS data analysis. We aim to work on actual experimental data – either measured using University of Copenhagen’s 3 different SAXS machines but could also be your own data from elsewhere – we will determine this upon your registration on the course. The course is evaluated through active participation, hand-ins during the course and also a final report.

The course is relevant for all fields of material science where structure on the nanoscale is important and for students aiming to use SAS in their project, for example polymer science, food science, plant science, nanoparticle research, soft matter physics, drug-delivery etc. The course allows up to 30 students – in principle first come, first served – but the organizers will evaluate suitability of all applicants.

Attending the course is free of charge; participants will have to cover travel expenses and accommodation themselves.