Coherent Quantum Emitters in Hexagonal Boron Nitride
Abstract
Two-dimensional materials (2D) are the most prominent candidates for a new generation of devices in the fields of quantum nanophoton,ics. Defects in hexagonal boron nitride (hBN) have recently emerged as ultra-bright sources of single photons. This proposal will in,vestigate the potential use of these defects as sources of indistinguishable photons for the aim of creating quantum interference be,tween quantum emitters in these materials. In particular, we will device technique to circumvent spectral diffusion of the emitters,, and improve their photon coherence. We will also aim to the emitters to dielectric cavities to enhance the photon emission into the, zero phonon line. The above steps will enable to demonstrate resonant excitation of quantum emitters in hBN and achieve generation,of indistinguishable photons. The intended project outcomes are a new platform for scalable quantum technologies as well as fundamen,tal advances in present understanding of defects in 2D materials.
Document Details
- Document Type
- DoD Grant Award
- Publication Date
- Mar 05, 2022
- Source ID
- N629092212028
Entities
People
- Igor Aharonovich
Organizations
- Office of Naval Research
- United States Navy
- University of Technology Sydney