Symmetry-guided discovery of topological photonics (SYMTOP)

Symmetry-guided discovery of topological photonics  
 
The understanding and design of confined states of light is central to the field of photonics. Recently, concepts of band topology have opened a new paradigm for achieving this goal. This project will develop new theoretical and computational tools that leverage symmetry analysis to comprehensively explore and exploit this new design space for photonic structures. The grant will fund the recipient, one postdoc, one PhD student and exchange with international collaborators.