The Nanoscale Optical Properties of Complex Nanostructures

Nominated as an outstanding Ph.D. thesis by Vanderbilt University, USA
Illustrates the innovative use of a combination of distinct techniques to better observe nanoscale optical phenomena
Brings together theoretical and experimental perspectives, as well as quantum-mechanical and semiclassical frameworks
Offers insights into the design of custom nanostructures

Nominated as an outstanding Ph.D. thesis by Vanderbilt University, USA Illustrates the innovative use of a combination of distinct techniques to better observe nanoscale optical phenomena? Brings together theoretical and experimental perspectives, as well as quantum-mechanical and semiclassical frameworks Offers insights into the design of custom nanostructures

Autorentext
Dr. Jordan A. Hachtel received a Ph.D. in Physics from Vanderbilt University in 2016, and is now a postdoctoral researcher at Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Zusammenfassung
Nominated as an outstanding Ph.D. thesis by Vanderbilt University, USA
Illustrates the innovative use of a combination of distinct techniques to better observe nanoscale optical phenomena
Brings together theoretical and experimental perspectives, as well as quantum-mechanical and semiclassical frameworks
Offers insights into the design of custom nanostructures

Inhalt

Chap1: Introduction.- Chap2: Tools and Techniques.- Chap3: Extracting Interface Absorption Effects from First Principles.- Chap4: Advanced Electron Microscopy for Complex Nanotechnology.- Chap5: Probing Plasmons in Three Dimensions.- Chap6: The Plasmonic Response of Archimedean Spirals.- Chap7: Future Directions and Conclusion.- Appendices: A - C.- Curriculum Vitae.