Objective Over the last decade, astonishing progress in superconducting technology has lead to unprecedented control of macroscopic quantum effects in electronic circuits and a feasible route towards fully engineerable “on-chip” quantum systems. Recently, one specific area receiving great international interest and attention is the implementation of quantum optics in the microwave regime, eg, circuit quantum electrodynamics, where optical nonlinearities and light-atom couplings are orders of magnitude stronger than the near-visible equivalents. In this fellowship, we will address the limitations of current quantum detection techniques in this burgeoning, interdisciplinary field of circuit quantum optics. For example, single-photon detectors, which are invaluable off-the-shelf components in standard quantum optics, are not yet available at microwave frequencies, where photon energies are much lower (~200mK). We plan to build a single-photon detector using a novel cross-Kerr coupling, and use this system to develop quantum-nondemolition qubit readout, with a view to implementing quantum feedback and control. We will also explore other forms of nonlinearities accessible using similar devices, augmented by appropriately coupled qubits or SQUIDs. To achieve these goals, this interdisciplinary project will combine the candidate’s expertise in quantum optics & quantum information with the host’s extensive background in superconducting quantum devices.The candidate will be trained to carry out all aspects of superconducting circuit experiments, from design to fabrication & operation. Adding this complementary advanced research competence will provide him with the multidisciplinary expertise perfect for the interdisciplinary field of circuit quantum optics, thereby greatly enhancing his potential to contribute to its development. This fellowship will catalyse a significant development in the candidate’s career and enable him to attain a leading independent position in his new field. Fields of science engineering and technologyelectrical engineering, electronic engineering, information engineeringelectronic engineeringcomputer hardwarequantum computersnatural sciencesphysical sciencesopticsnatural sciencesphysical sciencesquantum physicsquantum opticsnatural sciencesphysical scienceselectromagnetism and electronicssuperconductivitynatural sciencesphysical sciencestheoretical physicsparticle physicsphotons Programme(s) FP7-PEOPLE - Specific programme "People" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Topic(s) FP7-PEOPLE-2010-IEF - Marie-Curie Action: "Intra-European fellowships for career development" Call for proposal FP7-PEOPLE-2010-IEF See other projects for this call Funding Scheme MC-IEF - Intra-European Fellowships (IEF) Coordinator ROYAL HOLLOWAY AND BEDFORD NEW COLLEGE EU contribution € 209 592,80 Address EGHAM HILL UNIVERSITY OF LONDON TW20 0EX Egham United Kingdom See on map Region South East (England) Surrey, East and West Sussex West Surrey Activity type Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Administrative Contact Rosemary Greaves (Ms.) Links Contact the organisation Opens in new window Website Opens in new window Total cost No data