Nanoscale optics with plasmonic lattices

Speaker: Prof. Teri W. Odom, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL, USA 

Abstract:  Optical metasurfaces are engineered planar structures with rationally designed building blocks that can manipulate light in new ways. However, less attention has been devoted to the functionality of their units or their integration with responsive materials. This talk will discuss current advances and future prospects in controlling light at the nanoscale using plasmonic nanoparticle lattices. First, we will describe the expanded scope of plasmonic lattices based on exquisite tuning of topological symmetries and surface engineering of the nanoparticles. Next, we will highlight how the nanoscale cavities combined with quantum emitters show unprecedented nano-lasing properties. Finally, we will discuss how this platform is opening new opportunities from strong coupling to long-range remote sensing to moiré photonics.

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