About the project
This PhD explores quantum dots and perovskite nanocrystals to create nanoscale optoelectronic devices that mimic functionalities of the biological eye. You will design and integrate quantum-enhanced photonic systems for energy-efficient, high-speed neuromorphic computing and sensing, advancing sustainable and intelligent quantum technologies.
This PhD project focuses on designing and fabricating of high-performance nanoscale systems using quantum dots and perovskite nanocrystals as active optoelectronic materials.
You will investigate light–matter interactions at the nanoscale, implement nanopatterning and thin-film deposition techniques, and develop integrated photonic architectures for in-memory computing and brain-inspired device functionalities.
The work will involve optoelectronic device fabrication and characterisation, characterisation of excitonic and charge transport properties, and integration with photonic sources to realise high-speed, energy-efficient optoelectronic neural networks.
You will join the multi-disciplinary Flexible Nanoelectronics Lab, work at the world-class labs of the Optoelectronics Research Centre, and will have the opportunity to build connections with UK and European research partners by being affiliated also with the UK Multidisciplinary Centre for Neuromorphic Computing. Additionally, you will be encouraged to attend major conferences, sharing your work and networking with leading experts.
The project provides hands-on training in:
- quantum materials deposition in films
- device nanofabrication
- optoelectronic device engineering
- photonic system integration
with access to advanced cleanroom facilities and state-of-the-art optical characterisation tools.
You will gain interdisciplinary skills spanning materials science, nanotechnology, photonics, and neuromorphic computing, positioning them for careers at the forefront of quantum-enabled technologies and AI hardware.
