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Light-Matter Interaction in Semiconductors: Physics and Applications
Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:07:39
Abstract
The course presents fundamental aspects of light-matter interaction in semiconductor materials, from basic research topics to opto-electronic devices.
Objective
The rich physics of the optical properties of semiconductors, as well as the advanced processing available on these materials, enabled numerous applications as well as the realization of new physical concepts. In this course, we will learn the principles of light-matter interaction in semiconductors for single and multiple particle excitations, and cover opto-electronic applications based on these principles. We will study systems that include quantum dots, exciton-polaritons, quantum Hall fluids and graphene-like materials.
Content
Electronic states in III-V materials and quantum structures, optical transitions, excitons and polaritons, novel two dimensional semiconductors, spin-orbit interaction, magneto-optics and opto-electronic devices.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- DR , MSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- session examination
- Mode
- oral 30 minutes
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture | Light-Matter Interaction in Semiconductors: Physics and Applications | No time listed | 2 h weekly |
| exercise | Light-Matter Interaction in Semiconductors: Physics and Applications | No time listed | 2 h weekly |
Offered In
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Doctorate Materials Science (Further information at: )
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Doctorate Physics (More Information at: )
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Subject Specialisation (Please note that this is an INCOMPLETE list of courses.)
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Electives (This is a selection of courses particularly suitable for the MSc QE. In agreement with the tutor, students may choose other courses from the ETH course catalogue.)
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