Post-irradiation multiscale dynamics of materials

The PRISMA project encompasses a state-of-the-art innovative research programme that aims to significantly advance our understanding of irradiation-driven multiscale dynamics in materials, based on multiscale modelling and thorough validation using advanced experimental techniques, and linking this new knowledge to the advancement of technological applications. The essential goal of PRISMA is to establish a rigorous multiscale theory linking atomic, nano and microscopic effects with their macroscopic outcomes. This will be achieved using advanced computational methods for multiscale modelling – relativistic molecular dynamics (MD), reactive MD, irradiation driven MD, stochastic dynamics – and their interlinks. Results will be validated through cutting-edge experiments by the project partners. The PRISMA project will specifically focus on three interconnected case studies linked to relevant to technological applications such as microscopy, material functionalisation, radioresistance, controlled nanofabrication, novel crystal based gamma-ray light sources. A novel and innovative aspect will concern studying the effects of nonlinear post-irradiation medium dynamics and radiation-induced large-scale phenomena in technology relevant materials. The PRISMA consortium comprises leading academic and non-academic partners in atomic and molecular physics, physical chemistry, condensed matter physics, materials science, and advanced computing, who will provide the most comprehensive understanding of irradiation-driven phenomena in selected materials, paving the way for the advancement of the above technologies.PRISMA will also provide a comprehensive training programme for researchers and innovators, especially those at early career stages, in the use of modern computational and experimental tools in this highly interdisciplinary area of modern research and technology.