Strongly Coupled Optoelectronics (SCOPE)

Researchers have investigated the coupling of matter (organic and 2D semiconductors) with light confined in nanoparticles. New particles, known as polaritons, emerge from this coupling. These particles are half-matter half-light, having fascinating properties. Some of the investigated properties are the condensation of polaritons, leading to very efficient laser-like emission, or the propagation of polaritons over very long distances. These properties can be exploited for the realization of better devices, such as organic solar cells or lasers. A start-up company has been also established, focusing on the development of technology for the characterization of nanostructured surfaces.