Nonlinear Spectroscopy

Frequency

Every 2 years

Summary

To provide an introduction into the field of nonlinear spectroscopy, and focus in particular on linear and nonlinear light scattering

Content

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Keywords

nonlinear optics, spectroscopy, group theory, interfaces

Learning Prerequisites

Important concepts to start the course

The level will be that of a masters' student in physics or chemistry. It is necessary to have some understanding of quantum physics/chemistry, and linear optics/spectroscopy. We will very briefly review some of the quantum chemistry and linear light/matter interaction, but it will be understood that students are familiar with the concepts.

Learning Outcomes

• Interpret linear spectroscopy and nonlinear spectroscopy experiments
• Perform nonlinear optical analysis
• Use group theory

Resources

Bibliography

[1] – Sylvie Roke, Lecture Notes on Nonlinear Spectroscopy (to be taken during the lecture by students)
[2] – P. W. Atkins and J. de Paula, Physical Chemistry 8th Edition, 2006, Oxford University Press
[3] - Grant R. Fowles, Introduction to Modern Optics
[4] - D. M. Bishop, Group Theory and Chemistry
[5] - R. W. Boyd, Nonlinear Optics
[6] - T. F. Heinz, Nonlinear surface electromagnetic phenomena
[7] – Selected papers as discussed during the course.

Ressources en bibliothèque

• Introduction to Modern Optics / Fowles
• Physical Chemistry / Atkins
• Group Theory and Chemistry / Bishop
• Nonlinear Optics / Boyd
• Nonlinear surface electromagnetic phenomena / Heinz

Moodle Link

• https://go.epfl.ch/PHYS-613