Topic: electron spins

Mete Atatüre examines semiconductor quantum dots as interfaces between photons, electron spins and ensembles of nuclear spins. Optical control can turn the nuclear environment from a source of noise into a useful quantum system. The seminar follows this progression through collective nuclear states toward a register capable of storing quantum information.

Defects in diamond provide optically readable electron spins that can sense magnetic fields under demanding conditions. This seminar connects nitrogen-vacancy centres to diamond growth and defect engineering, then examines sensing applications. A particular focus is the study of superconducting materials under high pressure using diamond-anvil cells.