This PhD project presents a unique opportunity to sink into the world of advanced diamond materials, focusing on their synthesis via cutting-edge microwave plasma-assisted chemical vapor deposition (CVD). As part of this research, you will explore how to precisely engineer diamond's structural properties and incorporate optical centers, such as silicon-vacancy (SiV) and nitrogen-vacancy (NV) defects, which are key to unlocking the diamond’s potential for advanced optical, quantum, and sensing applications.
Your work will focus on understanding the intricate relationship between synthesis parameters, crystal quality, and the optical characteristics of diamond. Special attention will be given to the functionalization of diamond surfaces, enabling applications in sensing, environmental monitoring, and biocompatibility - making it a versatile material for the future of biotechnology and high-performance photonics.
In this project, you will tackle both theoretical and experimental challenges, exploring the principles of plasma physics, materials science, and optical spectroscopy. The integration of quantum defects in diamond will open new possibilities for quantum technologies, photonic devices, and next-generation sensors. By collaborating with leading research institutes and industrial partners, you will gain access to state-of-the-art plasma systems and cutting-edge characterization tools, empowering you to push the boundaries of diamond-based materials.
This research will not only provide you with profound scientific insights but will also prepare you for a dynamic career in material engineering, nanotechnology, applied photonics, and quantum materials. The skills and expertise you gain through this project will have significant industrial relevance, making you highly competitive for roles in both academia and industry, especially in the fields of advanced material design, (bio-) sensing and biomedical technologies, and quantum technologies.