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Personal Statement
Lucia Caspani (BSc 2003, MSc 2006, PhD 2010 – University of Insubria, Como, Italy), Senior Lecturer, Institute of Photonics, Department of Physics, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK.
The Quantum Photonics (QuP) research team is dedicated to exploring the generation and application of quantum states of light in imaging, computing, and communication, leveraging our >15 years of experience in the field of quantum and nonlinear optics. Our expertise includes the parametric generation of entangled and single photons in second- and third-order nonlinear media, entanglement measurement and characterisation, quantum imaging, as well as integrated quantum photonics and multimode/multipartite entanglement. Our team is passionate about advancing the understanding of complex quantum states of light beyond traditional photon pairs and constantly seeking new ways to leverage these states for practical applications.
Complex quantum states of light: our group is focused on exploring the exciting potential of multimode/multipartite states for quantum-enhanced nonlinear imaging. Our approach involves tailoring the quantum source to optimize light-matter interactions and improve the efficiency of the nonlinear process to develop a practical and useful regime for quantum-enhanced imaging and microscopy. Additionally, we are exploring the use of multimode/multipartite entanglement to develop quantum seals.
Integrated Quantum Photonics: we are investigating the use of photonic integrated circuits (PICs) to generate and manipulate quantum states of light, and harness the unique capabilities of multimode/multiphoton entanglement. In particular, we are highly interested in measurement-based (or one-way) quantum computation and multiplexed quantum information on photonic chips. Not only can PICs allow more compact photonics setups, but they can unveil new functionalities allowing the development of exciting new opportunities in quantum photonics.
Research Interests
Quantum Optics
Nonlinear Optics
Integrated Optics
Quantum Imaging
Multimode/multiphoton entanglement
Photonics
Education/Academic qualification
Doctor of Philosophy, Spatiotemporal Structure of Entagnlement in Parametric Down Conversion, Università degli Studi dell'Insubria
Award Date: 18 Mar 2010
Master of Physics, Imaging techniques by means of quantum correlated optical beams, Università degli Studi dell'Insubria
Oct 2003 → 6 Jul 2006
Award Date: 6 Jul 2006
Bachelor of Science, Error correction techniques in quantum computing, Università degli Studi dell'Insubria
Oct 2000 → 23 Oct 2003
Award Date: 23 Oct 2003
Keywords
- Quantum Optics
- Nonlinear Optics
- Integrated Optics
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'Quantum Seal' PhD studentship - Version 2
EPSRC (Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council), AWE plc
1/10/22 → 31/03/26
Project: Research - Studentship
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High-dimensional one-way quantum processing implemented on d-level cluster states
Reimer, C., Sciara, S., Roztocki, P., Islam, M., Cortés, L. R., Zhang, Y., Fischer, B., Loranger, S., Kashyap, R., Cino, A., Chu, S. T., Little, B. E., Moss, D. J., Caspani, L., Munro, W. J., Azaña, J., Kues, M. & Morandotti, R., 1 Feb 2019, In: Nature Physics. 15, 2, p. 148-153 6 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Integrated sources of photon quantum states based on nonlinear optics
Caspani, L., Xiong, C., Eggleton, B. J., Bajoni, D., Liscidini, M., Galli, M., Morandotti, R. & Moss, D. J., 17 Nov 2017, In: Light: Science & Applications. 6, 12 p., e17100.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
Open AccessFile183 Citations (Scopus)148 Downloads (Pure)
Prizes
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Marie Curie International Incoming Fellowship
Caspani, Lucia (Recipient), 1 Jul 2014
Prize: Fellowship awarded competitively
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Emiliano Sali award
Caspani, Lucia (Recipient), 17 Sept 2012
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
Activities
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Integrated Photonics Research, Silicon, and Nano-Photonics 2021 (OSA Advanced Photonics Congress)
Lucia Caspani (Chair)
26 Jul 2021 → 30 Jul 2021Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Organiser of major conference
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Integrated Photonics Research, Silicon, and Nano-Photonics 2020 (OSA Advanced Photonics Congress)
Lucia Caspani (Chair)
13 Jul 2020 → 16 Jul 2020Activity: Participating in or organising an event types › Organiser of major conference