Exciton Physics in Two-Dimensional Quantum Materials
Project Description
This project introduces the student to exciton physics and quantum optics in 2D quantum materials through guided literature reading and hands-on experimental training. During this semester, the student will (i) learn the basic concepts of excitons and light-matter interactions in 2D materials, (ii) assist in building a 2D materials dry transfer platform, and (iii) fabricate van der Waals heterostructures that will be used in future exciton physics and quantum optics studies. The project emphasizes developing practical skills in 2D materials assembly and experimental research methods.
Supervisor
WANG, Jue
Quota
2
Course type
UROP1000
UROP1100
UROP2100
UROP3100
UROP4100
Applicant's Roles
The student will be expected to:
- Read and summarize selected papers on exciton physics and quantum optics in 2D materials;
- Participate in research discussions and report progress;
- Complete of required laboratory safety training before independent work;
- Assist in setting up and testing a dry transfer system;
- Exfoliate and identify 2D material flakes, and assemble 2D heterostructures via dry transfer.
- Read and summarize selected papers on exciton physics and quantum optics in 2D materials;
- Participate in research discussions and report progress;
- Complete of required laboratory safety training before independent work;
- Assist in setting up and testing a dry transfer system;
- Exfoliate and identify 2D material flakes, and assemble 2D heterostructures via dry transfer.
Applicant's Learning Objectives
By the end of the semester, the student will:
- Understand basic exciton-related concepts in 2D semiconductors and their optical signatures;
- Develop good experimental habits including lab documentation, reproducibility, and safe operation of equipment;
- Learn to set up, operate, and troubleshoot key experimental equipment for 2D materials fabrication and characterization;
- Obtain practical skills for preparation of 2D heterostructures.
- Understand basic exciton-related concepts in 2D semiconductors and their optical signatures;
- Develop good experimental habits including lab documentation, reproducibility, and safe operation of equipment;
- Learn to set up, operate, and troubleshoot key experimental equipment for 2D materials fabrication and characterization;
- Obtain practical skills for preparation of 2D heterostructures.
Complexity of the project
Moderate