Robinson Research Institute - PhD Scholarship: 3D fluorescent optical memory for long-term data storage

Description

 

A fully funded PhD scholarship in Physics is available for research into developing ultra-high-density three-dimensional fluorescent optical memory for long-term data storage and preservation at the world-leading Robinson Research Institute [1] at Victoria University of Wellington (VUW), Lower Hutt, New Zealand. This new approach to ultra-high-density memory involves defect- and band-engineering of wide-bandgap materials to create suitable carrier traps where the luminescence from trapped charges can be used to represent a stored bit. Laser-induced spontaneous and stimulated emissions and a new super-resolution reading and writing method can potentially lead to bit dimensions less than 50 nm resulting in storage capacities exceeding 2 PB. Little is known about how the luminescent properties can be optimized via alternative synthesis routes, dopants, and using various optical stimulations. This research will greatly contribute to the understanding of luminescent materials and the development of proof-of-concept devices.

 

We are looking for a candidate from NZ and abroad to undertake materials prepared using methods that include high-temperature melts and hydrothermal techniques. The materials will be characterized and studied by x-ray diffraction, SEM, TEM, optical absorption, and various luminescence techniques including photoluminescence and stimulated luminescence. The candidate will also participate in the design, construction, and implementation of visual experiments involving laser stimulations. Access to additional resources is available through our affiliation with the MacDiarmid Institute for Advanced Materials and Nanotechnology [2]. There is also the opportunity for the candidate to travel abroad to attend international conferences and work with researchers from other parts of New Zealand. We will also consider an MSc project on the same proposed work for a suitable candidate.

 

 

Application process

 

Please send an email to Dr. Joe Schuyt (joe.schuyt@vuw.ac.nz), Dr. Shen Chong (shen.chong@vuw.ac.nz), and Prof Grant Williams (grant.williams@vuw.ac.nz) with “PhD scholarship in Ultra-High-Density 3D Fluorescent Optical Memory” in the subject line. Please include the following information,

 

• ·       A full curriculum vitae, including your university transcripts
• ·       A statement indicating why you are interested in this project
• ·       Evidence of your English language ability
• ·       Your expected starting date

 

 

Additional information

 

This PhD project is part of a newly funded New Zealand MBIE research program on ‘Three-dimensional fluorescent optical memory for long-term data storage and preservation’, which involves researchers from Victoria University of Wellington.

 

 

References

 

[1] https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/robinson

[2] https://www.macdiarmid.ac.nz/

[3] https://www.wgtn.ac.nz/fgr/apply/how/entry-requirements

 

 

Repayment status and permission for other scholarships are not specified. For further information, please contact the institution. Click the link for detailed information.