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Near-Zero-Index (NZI) Photonics
You will use numerical simulations to investigate light-matter interactions in near-zero-index materials and propose novel photonic devices based on these materials.
Photonics, the science and technology of generating, controlling, and detecting photons, has emerged as a cornerstone of modern technology. Light interacting with matter is the core working principle in almost all photonic applications, ranging from linear phenomena like bending light with lenses and guiding light with optical fibers to nonlinear phenomena like frequency mixing.
Recent advancements have led to the exploration of materials exhibiting a near-zero refractive index or permittivity. This unique characteristic challenges conventional notions of light-matter interactions and opens up exciting possibilities for controlling and manipulating light at the nanoscale. Fascinating phenomena like extreme light confinement, photon tunneling, super-coupling, and enhanced nonlinear effects have been observed. The exploration of near-zero index photonics holds promise across various applications: nanophotonics, optical sensing and imaging, nonlinear optics, etc.
Photonics, the science and technology of generating, controlling, and detecting photons, has emerged as a cornerstone of modern technology. Light interacting with matter is the core working principle in almost all photonic applications, ranging from linear phenomena like bending light with lenses and guiding light with optical fibers to nonlinear phenomena like frequency mixing. Recent advancements have led to the exploration of materials exhibiting a near-zero refractive index or permittivity. This unique characteristic challenges conventional notions of light-matter interactions and opens up exciting possibilities for controlling and manipulating light at the nanoscale. Fascinating phenomena like extreme light confinement, photon tunneling, super-coupling, and enhanced nonlinear effects have been observed. The exploration of near-zero index photonics holds promise across various applications: nanophotonics, optical sensing and imaging, nonlinear optics, etc.
During this thesis, you will do:
- **Literature Review:**
Conduct a review of existing literature on near-zero-index photonics, covering theoretical foundations, experimental demonstrations, and applications.
- **Simulation and Modeling:**
Utilize numerical simulation tools to gain insights into the behavior of near-zero-index photonics, elucidating underlying physical mechanisms and potential applications.
- **Experimental Validation (Master Thesis):**
Assist in the fabrication of proposed photonic devices and conduct experimental characterizations to validate simulations.
During this thesis, you will do:
- **Literature Review:** Conduct a review of existing literature on near-zero-index photonics, covering theoretical foundations, experimental demonstrations, and applications. - **Simulation and Modeling:** Utilize numerical simulation tools to gain insights into the behavior of near-zero-index photonics, elucidating underlying physical mechanisms and potential applications. - **Experimental Validation (Master Thesis):** Assist in the fabrication of proposed photonic devices and conduct experimental characterizations to validate simulations.
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Theory (20%), Simulation (50%), Experiments (30%)
Theory (20%), Simulation (50%), Experiments (30%)
Good understanding of optics and photonics.
Experience in numerical simulation is advantageous.
Good understanding of optics and photonics. Experience in numerical simulation is advantageous.