Novel quantum nanophotonics platforms on diamond

Quantum photonics, where the quantum information is transmitted in quantum states of single photons, promises breakthroughs in computation power, communications security and sensors detection limit. Recent results indicate that the quantum technologies could be realized at room temperature using diamond, which makes research in this field highly topical. Within this 5 year project we would like to initiate a new research program within the Institute of Physics, which will focus on novel quantum nanophotonics platforms on diamond. By employing the state-of-the-art equipment we will address the highly challenging issue of resonant excitation of single photon sources using a laser integrated within a diamond chip. Outputs of the project will not only give answers to the questions about fundamental physical properties of single-photon emitters and ensembles of emitters in both mono- and polycrystalline diamond but will also have an impact on the advancement of quantum photonics in general.