Development of Hybrid Graphene-Superconductor detectors for quantum and space applications - DEFROST
Abstract
Overall Scientific and Technical MeritsThe main objective of this proposed project is to push operating temperatures of state-of-the-art superconducting detectors above 4.2 K while retaining current levels of performance. This is critical for future applications requiring development of reduced size and weight systems (space and defense applications). This project will advance scientific understanding of the fundamental interactions between superconducting and 2D materials such as graphene or transition metal dichalcogenides.As an institution, IMDEA Nanoscience focuses on research in nanoscience and nanotechnology, combining the efforts of international specialists in condensed matter physics, quantum chemistry, computer modeling, spectroscopy, microscopy, and surface physics. Within these areas, it is among the top research institutes in Europe and has an international reputation for outstanding discoveries. The PI, Dr. Daniel Granados, is highly qualified to lead this project, having previously served as Visiting Scientist at the Nano-Optics Group at Heriot-Watt University, Research Scientist at the Quantum Information group at Toshiba Research Europe, and Research Scientist at the Semiconductor Physics Group at Cavendish Laboratory in Cambridge, UK. He currently serves as Senior Researcher and Director of the Center for Nanofabrication at IMDEA. Potential Naval RelevanceThis proposed work directly contributes to Framework Priority: Sensing & Sense-Making. It is relevant to high-priority technology areas: quantum nanomaterials and quantum information science. The organization, and this specific proposal, is of high interest to Army ERDC and Air Force AFOSR. ERDC IRO has already committed to providing co-funding. AFRL may contribute co-funding as well. The PI intends to work directly with researchers at SSC-Pacific as part of this effort.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Apr 25, 2019
- Source ID
- N629091912053
Entities
People
- Daniel Granados Ruiz
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy