STM'27
International Conference on
Scanning Tunneling Microscopy
Defining the next STM frontier.
20 - 24 September 2027
Stuttgart, Germany
Focus sessions
The STM'27 conference will be featuring sessions on various aspects of scanning probe microscopy.
Eigler Prize
Honor excellence in doctoral research — recognizing outstanding contributions and celebrating the next generation that pushes the STM frontier.
Spins on Surfaces
Delve into the fascinating world of magnetic atoms and engineered spin structures — spin interactions, magnetic anisotropy, and coherence at the atomic scale.
Light-Matter Interaction
Uncover optical processes at the tunnel junction — from STM-induced luminescence and plasmon excitation to THz-coupled and light-driven STM.
On-Surface Chemistry
Discover chemical bonds forming and breaking one molecule at a time — STM-driven reactions, on-surface synthesis, and single-molecule imaging.
Quantum Materials
Explore the exotic phenomena emerging in quantum materials — from unconventional superconductors and topological matter to strongly correlated systems.
Novel Techniques
Shape the future of scanning probe microscopy with emerging techniques — multi-tip STM, sensor-functionalized probes, cryo-force microscopy, and beyond.
Registration
Registration is expected to open February 1st, 2027.
Why STM'27?
@Kurt Lichtenberg (Analog Photography)
Continuing Excellence
Building on the tremendous success of STM'25 in Seoul, STM'27 continues the revitalized tradition of bringing together the global scanning probe microscopy community for a stimulating scientific exchange.
@Universität Stuttgart/Uli Regenscheit
World-Class Science
Join leading researchers and emerging scientists as they present the latest breakthroughs in surface science, light-matter interaction, quantum materials and single-atom quantum physics.
Unique Networking
Connect with several hundred international experts, forge new collaborations, and advance your research through meaningful scientific discussions and partnerships.
Stuttgart - the venue.
Where Innovation Meets Heritage
Experience cutting-edge science in one of Germany's premier technology hubs, renowned for its contributions to engineering, research, and innovation. Stuttgart stands as a global leader in technological advancement, ranking among Europe's top regions for patent applications and hosting world-renowned institutions including the Max Planck Society, German Aerospace Center, and leading universities.
The city holds legendary status as the birthplace of the automobile and headquarters to Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, two icons of automotive engineering excellence. Beyond its technological prowess, the state of Baden-Württemberg hosts seven UNESCO World Heritage Sites spanning 40,000 years of human history, from prehistoric Ice Age caves to modernist architectural masterpieces. Discover majestic castles including the world-famous Heidelberg Castle and romantic Lichtenstein Castle, known as the "fairytale castle of Württemberg," alongside the medieval Maulbronn Monastery, Europe's most completely preserved Cistercian complex.
Stuttgart offers the perfect blend of scientific innovation and cultural heritage, creating an inspiring environment where precision research meets timeless tradition.
Scanning Probe Epicenter
Stuttgart is a central hub for scanning tunneling microscopy, boasting one of the highest densities of scanning probe instruments in the world. More than 25 STM systems are in operation within a 75-kilometer radius of the city, forming a uniquely concentrated landscape for nanoscale research. The University of Stuttgart and the Max Planck Institute for Solid State Research anchor this activity in Stuttgart itself, making Stuttgart a perfect location for STM'27.
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Local organizers
Sebastian Loth
University of Stuttgart
Institute for Functional Matter
and Quantum Technologies
Susanne Baumann
University of Stuttgart
Institute for Functional Matter
and Quantum Technologies
Christian Ast
Max Planck Institute
for Solid State Research
Stuttgart
STM conference series
STM'27 is part of the prestigious STM conference series, guided by an international Steering Committee of recognized experts who provide long-term oversight and strategic direction. This distinguished committee ensures continuity and quality across all conference editions, including leading scientists from institutions worldwide serving staggered six-year terms. The committee also stewards the prestigious Eigler Honor in partnership with the American Physical Society's GIMS unit, maintaining the highest scientific standards while fostering community growth.