Quantum Diamond Nanoengineering Lab

In the Quantum Diamond Nanoengineering Lab we study the quantum dynamics of spins in the solid state, both for fundamental quantum science and for realizing new-generation quantum technologies at the nanoscale. We combine quantum optics and advanced magnetic resonance tools to detect and manipulate the spin of optically-active defects in diamond – so-called color centers, as well as to explore and control their interaction with the magnetic and spin environment. We leverage on the exquisite experimental control of the spin state of color centers to build quantum-enhanced sensors that outperform classical ones, with a strong focus on novel imaging schemes for biological applications. In addition, we are interested in exploring and controlling thermodynamic processes in spin systems at the nanoscales, where quantum effects play a major role.

You can learn more about us by exploring this website or by visiting us at CNR-INO (Istituto Nazionale di Ottica) and LENS (European Laboratory for Non-linear Spectroscopy) in Florence, Italy.

We are currently looking for enthusiastic students and postdocs to join our team! Please contact Nicole Fabbri if you are interested.

FUNDED BY

• HE MUQUABIS Multiscale quantum bio-imaging and spectroscopy (coordinator)

• EDA Q-LAMPS Quantum Laser-based Multi-parametric Portable Sensors (coordinator)

• PRIN2022 QUASAR (coordinator)

• I-PHOQS Integrated Infrastructure Initiative in Photonic and Quantum Sciences

• QASINO Laboratori congiunti ASI-CNR nel settore delle Quantum Technologies

• EDF ADEQUADE

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