Nano-Photonics and Quantum Optics Laboratory

In Bajcsy’s Nano-Photonics and Quantum Optics Laboratory at IQC, he focuses on development and studies of novel forms of light-matter interactions and their applications using quantum optics and nanoscale photonic structures.

His group of experimental researchers works on the development and studies of novel forms of light-matter and photon-photon interactions as well as their applications using nanophotonic structures such as photonic-crystal slabs, metasurfaces, and hollow-core optical fibers, combined with quantum emitters like laser-cooled atoms, quantum dots and color centers in diamond.

In particular, he is interested in interfacing different quantum platforms such as quantum-dot based single-photon sources with atomic quantum memories or microwave photons from superconducting qubits with optical networks.   

Many of his research projects are based on ‘hybrid’ ideas that combine research areas which don’t traditionally overlap, such as nanophotonics, cold atoms, and machine learning.

Besides his main research in quantum optics and nanophotonics, Bajcsy also explores the use of field-effect transistors based on doped graphene-oxide gel as biosensors capable of early detection of pathogens and biomarkers.