NFYK12010U Quantum Nanophotonics
Quantum optics in solid-state nanophotonics systems is a rapidly
progressing research field that focuses on controlling the
interaction between light and matter.
The course will provide an introduction to the quantum optical
description of light-matter interaction in nanophotonic structures.
The physics of dielectric nanophotonics structures will be
discussed in details including photonic crystal cavities and
waveguides. Furthermore, the optical properties of solid-state
light emitters (quantum dots) are introduced. The interaction
between photons and quantum dots provides the core of the course
including the discussion of Wigner-Weisskopf theory of spontaneous
emission in nanostructures, the master equation description of
light-matter interaction with dephasing, and cavity quantum
electrodynamics. In the later part of the course examples of modern
research topics will be discussed including also experimental
aspects of highly-efficient single-photon sources and basic quantum
information
The aim of the course is to bring the students at a level where
they are capable of comprehending modern research literature on
quantum nanophotonics.
Specifically, after following this course students should be able
to:
Skills
- discuss the concept of dephasing and the consequences for light emission
- analyze the different quantum electrodynamics regimes for a quantum emitter in a cavity
- discuss methods of creating an efficient single-photon source and the applications of it
- discuss basic quantum information protocols implemented in solid-state systems
Knowledge
- describe basic principles of photonic crystals
- explain the concepts of photonic crystal cavities and waveguides
- explain fundamental principles of light emission from quantum dots
- account for the theory of spontaneous emission in photonic nanostructures
Competences
This course will provide the students with a competent background
for doing research within solid-state quantum optics, i.e. through
a M.Sc. project.
- Category
- Hours
- Colloquia
- 5
- Exam
- 1
- Lectures
- 28
- Preparation
- 144
- Theory exercises
- 28
- Total
- 206
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- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Type of assessment
- Oral examination, 25 minPreparation time: 5 minutes where books and notes are allowed.
- Aid
- Written aids allowed
- Marking scale
- 7-point grading scale
- Censorship form
- No external censorship
More internal examiners
Criteria for exam assesment
The highest mark (12) is given for excellent exam performance
that demonstrates full mastering of the above mentioned teaching
goals with no or only small irrelevant gaps.
The grade 2 is given to a student who has achieved only minimally
the course goals.
Course information
- Language
- English
- Course code
- NFYK12010U
- Credit
- 7,5 ECTS
- Level
- Full Degree Master
- Duration
- 1 block
- Placement
- Block 4
- Schedule
- A (Tues 8-12 + Thurs 8-17)
- Course capacity
- No restriction to number of participants
- Continuing and further education
- Study board
- Study Board of Physics, Chemistry and Nanoscience
Contracting department
- The Niels Bohr Institute
Course responsibles
- Peter Lodahl (6-75786d6a717549776b7237747e376d74)
Lecturers
Søren Stobbe, e-mail: stobbe@nbi.ku.dk, 3532 5216