Timothy Chou (Yu-Hsun Chou)

Assistant Professor
Photonics
National Cheng Kung University

[email protected]

Dept. and Web

Photonics

Website:
https://researchoutput.ncku.edu.tw/en/persons/yu-hsun-chou

Project Description

Dr. Yu-Hsun Chou’s research focuses on surface plasmon lasers and light-matter interactions within optical microcavities. His projects investigate the mechanisms of plasmonic resonance and its integration with nanophotonic structures to develop highly efficient, compact lasers for advanced optical applications.

A key aspect of his work is exploring the unique properties of light confinement and amplification in microcavities, which enable new pathways for enhancing optical feedback and achieving low-threshold lasing.

By combining experimental studies with theoretical modeling, Dr. Chou aims to push the boundaries of nanophotonics and plasmonics, contributing to innovations in areas such as quantum optics, sensing, and ultra-fast optical communications.

His current projects aim to leverage the unique electronic and optical properties of 2D materials, such as graphene and transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), to achieve enhanced light confinement and lower lasing thresholds in plamonic nanolser system.

Requirement

  1. Academic Background: Applicants should have a strong academic background in Optoelectronics, Physics, Materials Science, or related fields, preferably in the later stages of their undergraduate or graduate studies.
  2. Research Experience: Prior research experience in optics, plasmonics, or nanophotonics is highly preferred.
  3. Technical Skills:Familiarity with experimental techniques in optics, such as optical microcavities, spectroscopy, or laser systems.
    Experience in numerical simulation tools (e.g., COMSOL or MATLAB) is an advantage.
  4. Teamwork and Communication: Ability to work collaboratively within a research group and demonstrate effective communication skills.