About the project
Integrated ring resonators are a key component in photonics and will be an enabling technology in several areas, including the stabilisation of atom-trap clocks, rotation sensors and narrow-linewidth lasers. With our partner (California Institute of Technology, Caltech), you'll develop ultra-high-Q ring resonators for rotation sensing and timing.
You'll join our interdisciplinary, friendly team of students, postdocs, and senior researchers developing quantum technology systems.
In partnership with the California Institute of Technology (Caltech), you'll develop ultra-high-Q ring resonators for Quantum Technology. These integrated resonators are a key component in photonics and will enable several areas, including the stabilisation of atom trap clocks, rotation sensors, and narrow-linewidth lasers. We will also work with other UK and international collaborators and PhD students to develop and demonstrate these applications.
In this project, you'll design, fabricate, and test these ring resonator systems. A key aspect of the project will be glass deposition using the university's state-of-the-art cleanroom facilities. You will also work with researchers at Caltech (with the opportunity for visits, if desired) to develop and test the fabricated devices. If you are interested in computer modelling, and have the required skills, we can also adjust the project accordingly.
You'll benefit from our world-leading expertise in photonics, microfabrication, and quantum technologies, and enjoy working in our group's highly supportive environment in Southampton. You'll also collaborate with partner groups across the UK National Quantum Technology Programme.
