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Magnetic active matter

Magnetic active matter investigates out-of-equilibrium systems in which magnetic interactions combine with particle self-propulsion, giving rise to novel collective phenomena and forms of self-organisation. These interactions can profoundly influence system dynamics, modifying clustering processes, structure formation, and transport properties. Studying these systems through experiments and simulations provides insights into how magnetic interactions shape the collective behaviour of active matter across different length scales.

2024-2026

Schematic of active robots exhibiting magnetic interactions.
Schematic of active robots exhibiting magnetic interactions.Figure: Marco Musacchio