Lab Instruments
Our laboratory is equipped with instrumentation for nanophotonics, quantum optics, and ultrafast spectroscopy research. Below is a list of major instruments available in our facility.
Ultrafast Laser Systems
Coherent Astrella Ti:Sapphire Amplifier
Specifications:
- Pulse Duration: 40 fs
- Center Wavelength: 800 nm
- Repetition Rate: 1 kHz
- Applications: Ultrafast spectroscopy, pump-probe measurements, nonlinear optics
TOPAS Optical Parametric Amplifier (OPA)
Specifications:
- Wavelength Range: 800 nm to 10 μm
- Pulse Duration: 40 fs
- Repetition Rate: 1 kHz
- Applications: Tunable wavelength ultrafast spectroscopy, nonlinear optics
Toptica Ultrafast Fiber Laser
Specifications:
- Center Wavelength: 1550 nm
- Pulse Duration: 10 fs
- Repetition Rate: 80 MHz
- Applications: High-repetition-rate ultrafast spectroscopy, telecommunications wavelength experiments
Spectroscopy Systems
FTIR Spectrometer with Helium-Cooled Detector
Specifications:
- Spectral Range: 2 μm to 20 μm
- Additional Capabilities: THz detection
- Detector: Helium-cooled for enhanced sensitivity
- Sources: Helium-cooled infrared sources
- Applications: Mid-infrared spectroscopy, THz spectroscopy, material characterization
Cryogenic Systems
Closed-Cycle Helium Cryostat
Specifications:
- Temperature Range: 8 K to 350 K
- Type: Closed-cycle helium refrigeration (no liquid helium required)
- Optical Access: Multiple window ports for optical measurements
- Applications: Temperature-dependent spectroscopy, low-temperature photoluminescence, quantum emitter characterization
Programmable Optics
Spatial Light Modulators (4 units)
Exulus SLM
Holoeye SLM
Meadowlark SLM
Specifications:
- Manufacturers: Exulus, Holoeye, Meadowlark (multiple units)
- Wavelength Coverage: 400 nm to 1550 nm
- Number of Units: 4 SLMs covering different wavelength ranges
- Applications: Beam steering, wavefront shaping, structured light generation, adaptive optics
Detection and Imaging
Liquid Nitrogen cooled Spectrometers from Visible to NIR
Specifications:
- Manufacturer: Teledyne Princeton Instruments
- Type: Liquid nitrogen cooled spectrometers
- Spectral Range: Visible to Near-Infrared
- Applications: High-sensitivity spectroscopy, photoluminescence detection, Raman spectroscopy
InGaAs Camera System
Specifications:
- Detector Type: InGaAs array
- Wavelength Range: 900-1700 nm (Near-Infrared)
- Applications: NIR imaging, telecommunications wavelength detection, infrared spectroscopy
Heliotis Lock-in Camera
Specifications:
- Type: Lock-in imaging camera
- Manufacturer: Heliotis
- Capabilities: Phase-sensitive detection with spatial resolution
- Applications: High-sensitivity imaging with background rejection, spatially-resolved modulation measurements, weak signal detection
Research Support and Collaboration
Our instrumentation is available for collaborative research projects. For inquiries about instrument access, training, or collaborative opportunities, please contact us.
Safety and Training
All lab users undergo comprehensive safety training and instrument-specific instruction before gaining access to equipment. We maintain strict safety protocols for laser safety (Class 4 lasers), cryogenic systems, and electrical systems.
Last Updated: October 2025