Research

Our research covers a range of exciting topics in theoretical condensed matter physics and optics. In many of our projects, we use light as a probing tool to gain insight into excitation dynamics and optical properties of nanometer scale structures on ultrafast (femtosecond) timescales. Beyond pure basic research, we use our understanding of nonlinear light-matter interaction to envision strategies for novel light manipulation schemes such as in all-optical switches and quantum-light sources.

In addition to our own work, we are embedded in a stimulating local research environment and work closely with a number of leading groups around the world.

About us

Team

If you would like to join our team, too, do not hesitate to contact us.
We are looking forward to meeting you!

Publications

Below you will find some selected publications. Please refer to the Research Information System (RIS) for a complete list of all publications of our group.

News

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Networks and projects

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CeOPP: Center for Optoelectronics and Photonics

PC2: Paderborn Center for Parallel Computing

PhoQS: Photonic Quantum Systems

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TRR 142: Tailored Nonlinear Photonics: From Fundamental Concepts to Functional Structures

Contact

Prof. Dr. Stefan Schumacher

Theory of Functional Photonic Structures

Room A4.234
Paderborn University
Warburger Str. 100
33098 Paderborn