The frontier of information processing lies in nanoscience and nanotechnology research. At the nanoscale, materials, and structures can be engineered to exhibit interesting new properties, some based on quantum mechanical effects. Our research focuses on developing nanofabrication technology at the few-nanometer length scale. We use these technologies to push the envelope of what is possible with photonic and electrical devices, focusing in particular on superconductive and free-electron devices. Our research combines electrical engineering, physics, and materials science and helps extend the limits of nanoscale engineering.
The nanocryotron: A superconducting-nanowire three-terminal electrothermal device
Recent QNN News
First QNN High School Interns Hosted through NSF program
The QNN group hosted our first summer High School interns this year due to a grant from the National Science Foundation. By expanding the number of high schoolers with direct experience with ongoing research programs, the NSF hopes to increase the potential pool of...
Matthew Yeung awarded the Mathworks Fellowship
Congratulations to Mathew Yeung for receiving the Mathworks Fellowship! Matthew Yeung is a PhD candidate whose research explores interactions between light and nanostructures for both fundamental research and the development of novel optoelectronic technologies. The...
New Publication: “Twin experiments reveal twin electron dynamics”
Dr. Donnie Keathley and John Simonaitis reviewed a double-submission of papers on using coulombic effects for electron heralding for Nature Physics, and were invited to write a News and Views article for the general public. The complete article can be found here....
Thesis Defense Recording – Dr. Marco Colengelo: Superconducting Nanowire Technology For Microwave and Photonics Applications
Now-Dr. Marco Colangelo’s thesis defense is now available to view online. The title is “Superconducting Nanowire Technology For Microwave and Photonics Applications.” Congratulations for Dr. Colangelo for his successful PhD defense! Abstract: Quantum computing...
Webinar: Nanoscale Petahertz Electronics for Science and Technology
Dr. Donnie Keathley will be presenting at an open webinar on May 5th at 1pm EDT. The topic will be "Nanoscale Petahertz Electronics for Science and Technology." Details for the webinar are on the registration website and below. When matter is driven by intense,...