Dec 24, 2006

PhD Projects in Microphotonics - Macquarie University Australia

PhD Projects in Microphotonics: Direct writing of 2- and 3-D photonic circuits in glass

*Sydney, Australia*

Ultrafast laser direct-writing of embedded lightwave devices in glass has emerged as a significant enabling technology creating new opportunities in microphotonics. At the Centre for Ultrahigh-bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems (CUDOS), Macquarie University, Australia we have projects both investigating the mechanisms leading to the internal modification of glass substrates and utilising these to write waveguides, and discrete components such as amplifiers and filters. Integrated photonic circuitry enabled by this fabrication platform promise to overcome future bottlenecks in optical fibre networks.

PhD opportunities exist to play a primary role in developing next generation optical technology whilst enjoying the benefits of a young, dynamic team on a green campus in Sydney. Attractive PhD scholarships and cotutelle arrangements are available for suitably qualified candidates. For further information please contact Kali Madden (mailto: kali@ics.mq. edu.au) and A/Prof Mick Withford (mailto: withford@ics. mq.edu.au), and visit

http://www.ics. mq.edu.au/ cudos/.

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