Nonlinear Spectroscopy
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] â Sylvie Roke, Lecture Notes on Nonlinear Spectroscopy (to be taken during the lecture by students)
[2] â 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] â Selected papers as discussed during the course.
Ressources en bibliothèque
- Nonlinear surface electromagnetic phenomena / Heinz
- Introduction to Modern Optics / Fowles
- Group Theory and Chemistry / Bishop
- Physical Chemistry / Atkins
- Nonlinear Optics / Boyd
Moodle Link
In the programs
- Number of places: 25
- Exam form: Written (session free)
- Subject examined: Nonlinear Spectroscopy
- Lecture: 36 Hour(s)
- Type: optional