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Cornell University

Rivera Lab

Physics of light and matter

Research

Our group’s research can be divided into two broad fields: one being quantum and nonlinear optics and the other nanophotonics. Feel free to click on the links in the images below to see more details about our past work and current interests.

Quantum and Nonlinear Optics

Our group is currently working broadly on three main directions: (1) realizing quantum states of light in new settings, (2) developing new applications of quantum light, and (3) developing new platforms for nonlinear optics.

Nanophotonics

Our group is currently interested in exploiting nanophotonic enhancement of light-matter interactions as a route towards efficiently generating quantum light sources in compact form-factors, as well as for realizing ultra-compact lasers based on new gain media.