Probe and Control of Coherent States toward Phononics, Magnonics, and Photonics Applications
Abstract
Optics and light play crucial and growing roles in many important aspects of science and technology ranging from the internet to solar cells, and homeland security. Addressing many of the challenges in the fast-paced technological world requires continued scientific and technological advances in optics and photonics (the science of light waves). The projects presented here are a multidisciplinary, synergistic effort that combines state-of-the-art material growth with advanced experimental optical spectroscopy techniques and theoretical-computational modeling to understand the electronic, vibrational, optical, and magnetic properties, of a variety of new, multifunctional materials. By carefully designing materials at the nanoscale the material properties can be substantially enhanced and can exceed conventional bulk material properties by a wide range of measures. Furthermore, information obtained from our studies will help us to develop concepts for new generations of optical devices for communications and quantum sensing. Such devices use light to change the magnetic or vibrational properties of a material. The research projects will allow cross-training of students in the field of nanoscience with a solid grasp of materials science, magneto-optics, and quantum phenomena and will train our future workforce in a highly competitive and technological area ensuring future U.S. dominance. This proposal supports the DOD s mission in science and innovation to maintain a vibrant U.S. leadership in science and engineering in key strategic areas. This proposal will help to educate students in several rapidly emerging scientific areas to strengthen workforce training in the country.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Feb 05, 2025
- Source ID
- FA95502410059
Entities
People
- Giti Khodaparast
Organizations
- Air Force Office of Scientific Research
- United States Air Force
- Virginia Tech