Optically resonant dielectric structures for nanophotonics. This project aims to develop a novel research program underpinning the rapid development of a new generation of low-loss nanophotonics based on the physics of optically resonant dielectric nanoparticles. Such nanoparticles are the best candidates for the emerging field of metadevices with unique functionalities well beyond the capabilities of currently existing devices. The project aims to explore the confluence of subwavelength photoni ....Optically resonant dielectric structures for nanophotonics. This project aims to develop a novel research program underpinning the rapid development of a new generation of low-loss nanophotonics based on the physics of optically resonant dielectric nanoparticles. Such nanoparticles are the best candidates for the emerging field of metadevices with unique functionalities well beyond the capabilities of currently existing devices. The project aims to explore the confluence of subwavelength photonics, metamaterial concepts, graphene physics, and nonlinear optics. The expected outcomes of this research will enable the design and world-first experimental demonstration of ultra-thin, tunable, and low-loss metadevices for novel optical technologies with unique energy harvesting, switching, and sensing functionalities.Read moreRead less
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE120100076
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$155,000.00
Summary
The first Australian high pressure Synchrotron facility for geoscience research. In high-pressure mineral physics and chemistry, mineral properties, stress-strain relationships and processes like partial melting are applied to geophysical research about the deep Earth. This project will provide a large volume, high pressure capability at the Australian Synchrotron which will allow these mineral properties to be measured under conditions which simulate the deep earth.
All-optical reconfigurable interconnects in nematic liquid crystals. This project aims to explore the unique features of nematic liquid crystals with giant non-local nonlinearity for shaping, routing, and guiding light for all-optical photonic devices, aiming to uncover and realise the potential of long range interaction between laser light and liquid crystals for all-optical computing.
Discovery Early Career Researcher Award - Grant ID: DE170100099
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$360,000.00
Summary
Materials for high data storage capacity quantum devices. This project aims to create a quantum memory with a data storage capacity approaching the fundamental limit by developing a class of memory materials based on rare earth ions in crystals. Quantum memories with high data storage capacities, long storage time and high efficiency are the outstanding component for quantum communication technology, which could change communications systems. Rare earth ions are the only platform to have shown l ....Materials for high data storage capacity quantum devices. This project aims to create a quantum memory with a data storage capacity approaching the fundamental limit by developing a class of memory materials based on rare earth ions in crystals. Quantum memories with high data storage capacities, long storage time and high efficiency are the outstanding component for quantum communication technology, which could change communications systems. Rare earth ions are the only platform to have shown long storage times and high efficiencies, and this project aims to add the capability for high data storage capacity, creating a quantum memory that satisfies all three vital requirements for quantum communications applications.Read moreRead less
Discovery Early Career Researcher Award - Grant ID: DE130100240
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$375,000.00
Summary
Deterministic photonic quantum gates by amplified optical nonlinearities. Quantum devices will reshape future technology in ways similar to the information revolution heralded by modern computing. This proposal will combine theoretic advances in optical sciences with cutting-edge materials to build photonic quantum gates, removing the last major roadblock on the path to photonic quantum computers and simulators.
Geometry variation and coupling of single gold nanorods for highly efficient, one-photon and two-photon luminescent markers. The search for highly efficient, non toxic and stable luminescence markers is continuing for many applications in bio- and nano-photonics. The project's study of gold nanorod luminescence is designed to fundamentally understand and control the luminescence quantum efficiency of gold nanorod and ultimately unveil its potential as the future marker.
Linkage Infrastructure, Equipment And Facilities - Grant ID: LE130100067
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$150,000.00
Summary
A femtosecond Mmd-IR optical parametric amplifier source for waveguide nonlinear optics. The mid-infrared is an immensely important region of the optical spectrum for sensing toxic or illicit molecules or pollutants using their spectral fingerprints. The equipment will facilitate the development of new techniques for sensing based on nonlinear processes in waveguides.
Benchmarking of advanced scattering probes for materials characterisation. The project seeks to establish the accuracy and validity of different methods of nanoscale structure determination. Nanoscale structure is crucial to the properties of many modern materials with diverse applications: e.g. sensors and actuators in cell phones; smart shock absorbers and fuel injectors in cars; memory devices; drug delivery devices.
Discovery Early Career Researcher Award - Grant ID: DE170100320
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$360,000.00
Summary
Increasing efficiency in tandem silicon-perovskite solar cells. This project aims to increase the efficiency of silicon solar cells. Organo-halide perovskites semiconductors will improve crystalline silicon’s single-junction solar cell efficiency from its current ~25% record to the theoretical limit of 30% at an affordable cost for the market. This project will integrate organo-halide perovskite semiconductors with silicon cells in a tandem solar cell, a structure that harvests sunlight more eff ....Increasing efficiency in tandem silicon-perovskite solar cells. This project aims to increase the efficiency of silicon solar cells. Organo-halide perovskites semiconductors will improve crystalline silicon’s single-junction solar cell efficiency from its current ~25% record to the theoretical limit of 30% at an affordable cost for the market. This project will integrate organo-halide perovskite semiconductors with silicon cells in a tandem solar cell, a structure that harvests sunlight more efficiently. This project should lead to the development of solar cells with state-of-the-art efficiencies greater than 30% at an affordable cost for the energy market.Read moreRead less
Ultrafast, near infrared laser sources using fibre-based optical parametric oscillators. This project will use microstructured optical fibres and nonlinear optics to create compact and cheap laser sources in the near infrared spectrum to replace the bulky and expensive devices in many spectroscopic and biophotonic applications today. The work will further enhance Australia's standing in the field of nonlinear optics and optical fibres.