Plasmonics and Quantum Electrodynamics at the Nanoscale
Exploring Light–Matter Interaction Where Plasmons Meet Quantum Physics.
About This Course
Plasmonics studies the interaction of light with free electrons in metallic nanostructures, leading to extreme electromagnetic field confinement beyond the diffraction limit. At nanometer scales, these interactions enter the quantum regime, where effects such as nonlocal response, quantum tunneling, and strong coupling become significant. Understanding this transition from classical plasmonics to quantum electrodynamics is critical for next-generation nanophotonic and quantum devices.
This workshop introduces the fundamentals of surface plasmons, localized surface plasmon resonances (LSPR), and nanoscale QED, linking theory with applications. Participants will examine plasmon–exciton coupling, near-field optics, and quantum corrections in metallic nanostructures. The course emphasizes physical intuition supported by analytical models and computational insights relevant to nanophotonics, sensing, and quantum materials research.
Aim
This workshop aims to provide a deep understanding of plasmonic phenomena and quantum electrodynamics (QED) at the nanoscale, where light–matter interactions exhibit strong quantum effects. Participants will explore how electromagnetic fields are confined and enhanced in nanostructures and how quantum corrections modify classical plasmonic behavior. The program builds conceptual and analytical skills needed to study nanoscale photonics, sensing, and quantum technologies.
Workshop Objectives
- Understand surface plasmon and localized plasmon modes in nanostructures.
- Analyze light–matter interaction at the nanoscale using classical and quantum models.
- Identify quantum effects such as tunneling, nonlocality, and strong coupling.
- Explore plasmon–exciton and plasmon–photon coupling mechanisms.
- Connect theoretical concepts to real-world plasmonic and quantum devices.
Workshop Structure
Day 1: Fundamentals of Plasmonics and Quantum Electrodynamics
- Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) and Plasmonic materials (e.g., gold, silver)
- Quantum states and wave functions at the nanoscale
- Superposition and entanglement in quantum plasmonics
- Plasmonic resonances in metallic nanostructures
- Localized Surface Plasmon Resonance (LSPR)
- Tools/Applications: COMSOL Multiphysics for plasmonic simulations, Lumerical FDTD for plasmonic resonance modeling, Qiskit (IBM), Quantum Development Kit (Microsoft) for simulating quantum systems with light-matter interaction, Plasmonic biosensors, surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS), and photonics.
Day 2: Quantum Electrodynamics in Plasmonic Systems
- Plasmon-enhanced light-matter interaction in quantum systems
- Quantum effects in nanostructures: quantum dots, nanowires, and metallic nanoparticles.
- Use of plasmonics in quantum dots for light emission and nanophotonic devices.
- Quantum sensing with plasmonic materials: enhancing signal-to-noise ratio in quantum sensors
- Quantum-enhanced biosensing, magnetic field sensors, and imaging.
- Hands-on/Tools : COMSOL Multiphysics and Lumerical FDTD for simulating plasmonic nanostructures and their quantum interactions. Practical session on Plasmonic waveguides and quantum optics.
Day 3: Plasmonic-Quantum Devices for Next-Generation Technology
- Quantum computers: Role of plasmonics in quantum gates, qubits, and information transfer.
- Applications: Plasmonic quantum memory, quantum communication, and telecommunications.
- Quantum-enhanced measurements using plasmonic nanostructures
- Applications: Quantum metrology for precise time and frequency measurement, gravitational wave detection, and quantum-enhanced sensors.Development of quantum plasmonic materials, nanostructures for quantum computing, and plasmonics in quantum cryptography.
Who Should Enrol?
- Undergraduate/postgraduate degree in Physics, Nanotechnology, Materials Science, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related fields.
- Research scholars working in plasmonics, nanophotonics, quantum optics, or condensed matter physics.
- Professionals interested in nanoscale light–matter interaction and quantum photonic devices.
- Participants should have basic knowledge of electromagnetism and quantum mechanics.
Important Dates
Registration Ends
01/10/2026
IST 7:00 PM
Workshop Dates
01/10/2026 – 01/12/2026
IST 8:00 PM
Fee Structure
Student Fee
₹1399 | $55
Ph.D. Scholar / Researcher Fee
₹1699 | $60
Academician / Faculty Fee
₹2199 | $75
Industry Professional Fee
₹2699 | $90
What You’ll Gain
- Live & recorded sessions
- e-Certificate upon completion
- Post-workshop query support
- Hands-on learning experience
Join Our Hall of Fame!
Take your research to the next level with NanoSchool.
Publication Opportunity
Get published in a prestigious open-access journal.
Centre of Excellence
Become part of an elite research community.
Networking & Learning
Connect with global researchers and mentors.
Global Recognition
Worth ₹20,000 / $1,000 in academic value.
View All Feedbacks →