PHYS-613 / 4 credits

Teacher: Roke Sylvie

Language: English

Remark: Next time Spring semester 2026 to be confirmed


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

Review of Quantum Mechanical Principles / Atomic structure
Linear light-matter interactions
Group Theory and Symmetry
Nonlinear Optical Interactions & Spectroscopy
Surface nonlinear spectroscopy
2D spectroscopy
Nonlinear Light Scattering in 3D & 2D
State of the Art

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

Moodle Link

In the programs

  • Number of places: 25
  • Exam form: Written (session free)
  • Subject examined: Nonlinear Spectroscopy
  • Lecture: 36 Hour(s)
  • Type: optional

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