Foundations of Quantum Mechanics:

Lecture 27

12.7.2013

9.2 The Casimir effect (note: chapter numbering in lecture is shifted);

9.3 Stochastic Electrodynamics

 

Quantum hybrid systems. Nanomechanical resonator coupled to superconducting qubit. Cantilever coupled to cold atoms. Microwave resonator coupled to NV centre spins. Nanomechanical coupling of electron spins. Single atom coupled to a vibrating membrane.

Foundations of Quantum Mechanics:

Lecture 26

8.7.2013

8.3 Skyrmions;

9. Quantum electrodynamics;

9.1 Quantization of the field

 

4.2 Nitrogen vacancy centres in diamond. Basic structure and level scheme. Manipulation by microwaves and optical readout. Coupling to nuclear spins. Applications.

Foundations of Quantum Mechanics:

Lecture 25

6.7.2013

7.2 Berry phase;

8. Particle statistics;

8.1 Fermions and bosons;

8.2 Anyons

4. Quantum optics with single solid-state emitters 4.1 Excitons in self-assembled quantum dots. Quantum dots and excitons. Single-photon source and photon correlations. Photonic crystal cavities, Purcell effect and strong coupling. Optical manipulation of spins in excitons and spin readout.