The NanoSPD group carries out research using severe plastic deformation (SPD), where the nano structuring is studied in metallic materials. Techniques such as Equal Channel Angular Pressing (ECAP, i.e. with back-pressure), High Pressure Torsion (HPT), Medium Pressure Torsion for larger specimens and Accumulated Roll Bonding (ARB) are available in the laboratory. They also have a continuous ECAP facility for wires.

The researchers are looking for very high strength in combination with good ductility. They are also studying functional properties such as electric conductivity, magnetic, optical and hydrogen storage performances in the nanostructured materials. A new and growing research area is looking towards hybrid materials with multifunctional properties. One believes that hidden and unexpected properties can occur with such materials.

Unlike nanotechnology, the research in the NanoSPD group starts with something big and then focus the scientific efforts on nano- and atomic structures of the material.

The group has wide international contacts and collaboration with similar groups around the globe. This network includes some of the most cited persons in the world within Materials Science.