Non-Hermitian Moiré Photonics
Description of the granted funding
Moiré patterns, often observed as rippling effects when photographing a screen with a phone, are familiar to many people. In physics, however, these patterns are not merely visual artifacts but powerful tools for material control and tuning. By stacking graphene layers with a specific twist angle, Moiré superlattices can be created, enabling novel energy band modulations. This project extends the concept of Moiré superlattices to non-Hermitian photonic devices, offering unprecedented control over multi-degree coupling of light transmission. This advancement enables dynamic light manipulation capabilities far beyond conventional devices. Immediate applications include hyperband holography and ultrasensitive sensing. By bridging cutting-edge physics concepts with state-of-the-art nanomaterials, this project aims to pave the way for next-generation integrated photonic chips, optical imaging systems, and advanced biosensing technologies.
Show moreStarting year
2025
End year
2029
Granted funding
Funder
Research Council of Finland
Funding instrument
Academy research fellows
Decision maker
Scientific Council for Natural Sciences and Engineering
12.06.2025
12.06.2025
Other information
Funding decision number
368234
Fields of science
Physical sciences
Research fields
Optiikka, akustiikka
Identified topics
photonics, optics, laser