Time reversed optics

This project would work on the simulation, design, fabrication, and characterisation/testing of new optical systems based on 'multi-plane light conversion' (MPLC). These devices transform the spatial properties of light in ways which have not previously been possible, by passing the light through layers of pixelated glass masks with computer-designed patterns etched onto them. These MPLC systems can be thought of as a type of optical 'processor' which takes optical inputs and linearly transforms them into the desired outputs.

Relevant introductory videos include:

• Time reversed optical waves by arbitrary vector spatiotemporal field generation

• Laguerre-Gaussian mode sorter

This project is supported by the Research project scholarship.

Learn more about the Research project scholarship.

You must contact the principal supervisor for this project to discuss your interest. You should only complete the online application after you have reached agreement on supervision.

Always make sure you are approaching your potential supervisor in a professional way. We have provided some guidelines for you on how to contact a supervisor.

Your application will be assessed on a competitive basis.

We take into account your:

• previous academic record
• publication record
• honours and awards
• employment history

A working knowledge of C/C++ and python (or matlab) programming would be of benefit to someone working on this project.

You will demonstrate academic achievement in the field/s of physics or electrical engineering and the potential for scholastic success.

A background or knowledge of optics is highly desirable.

To be considered for this scholarship, please email the following documents to Associate Professor Joel Carpenter (j.carpenter@uq.edu.au):

• Cover letter
• CV
• Academic transcript/s
• Evidence for meeting UQ's English language proficiency requirements eg TOEFL, IELTS

Please note the following: Submitting the above documents does not constitute a full application for admission into The University of Queensland's PhD program. If you are selected as the preferred applicant, you will then be invited to submit a full application for admission. You can familiarise yourself with the documents required for this process on the UQ Study website.