Learning outcomes

  • Model the electromagnetic responses of structured metallic materials using plasmonic concepts: bulk plasmons, surface plasmon-polaritons, and localized surface plasmons.

  • Apply these theoretical concepts to explain related applications (sensors, vibrational spectroscopies, waveguides, light extraction in OLEDs, photothermal properties, electrochromism, dichroism, etc.).

  • Numerically simulate the electromagnetic responses of plasmonic systems.

  • Communicate professionally on the application of scientific concepts through a written report and an oral presentation.

Goals

Establish the link between collective elementary excitations (plasmons) and various applications through conceptual reflection and numerical simulations.

Content

1. Electromagnetism of metals and volume plasmon.

2. Surface plasmon polariton

3. Localized surface plasmas

4. Characterisation and applications of surface plasmons

Table of contents

1. Electromagnetism of metals and plasmon.

2. Surface plasmon polariton

3. Localized surface plasmas

4. Characterisation and applications of localised surface plasmons

 

Exercices

Numerical exercises on the use of codes used in plasmonics.

Teaching methods

The course will alternate between lectures and student-led sessions. Tutorials will highlight the numerical aspects.

Assessment method

Student-led lectures (1/3)

Practical work report (1/3)

Numerical work with written report (1/3)

Sources, references and any support material

-Plasmonic: Fundamentals and applications. S.A. Maier. Springer 2007 - Absorption and Scattering of light by small particles. C.F. Bohren, D.R. Huffman 1983 - Optical Properties of Metal Cluster. U. Kreibig and M. Vollmer. Springer 1995 - PLasmon surface. H. Raether. Springer-Verlag 1988

Language of instruction

French
Training Study programme Block Credits Mandatory
Master in Physics Finalité approfondie 1 3 Yes
Advanced Master in Nanotechnology Standard 1 3 No