Overview
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Grant
Scholarship coverage
- tuition fee reduction
- other
Description
This fully funded project will explore the application of organic semiconductors in quantum computing. Building on research into organic memristors for neuromorphic computing, we are looking to exploit quantum phenomena in these devices and to ultimately realise an organic quantum memristor (QM).
Memristors themselves are promising devices for realising multi-state memory, physical neural networks and neuromorphic computing [1]. Recently, we have developed high quality organic memristors that emulate the synaptic behaviour of the brain using squaraine molecules, first using self-assembled nanowires before moving to thin-film devices that are can be integrated with current semiconductor processes [2].
A QM is a device that couples classical memristive behaviour with quantum coherence [3]. Several approaches to realise QMs have been envisaged and more recently a quantum optical memristor has been demonstrated experimentally [4-7]. Quantum coherent states can be realised in certain organic semiconductors through the coupling of photons and excitons to form an exciton polariton [8,9].
In this project, the application of organic exciton polaritons in memristors will be explored to first understand how they can be exploited in optoelectronic memristors before using them to devise a true organic quantum memristor.
Applicable programmes
Benefits
This scholarship covers the full cost of tuition fees and an annual stipend at £19,237.
Additional research expenses will also be available.
Eligibility
- Ideally candidates will hold an MSc or equivalent in chemistry, physics or related subject. Candidates with a strong BSc degree will also be considered.
- If you are eligible to apply for the scholarship but do not hold a UK degree, you can check their comparison entry requirements.
- IELTS 6.0 Overall (with no individual component below 5.5) or Swansea University recognised equivalent.
- This scholarship is open to candidates of any nationality.
- EPSRC DTP studentships are available to home and international students.
Scholarship requirements
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Application
Application deadline
To apply, please complete your application online with the following information:
Course choice – please select Chemistry / PhD / Full-time / 3 Year / October (or January or April or July)
Start year – please select 2024 (or 2025)
Funding (page 8) –
‘Are you funding your studies yourself?’ – please select No
‘Name of Individual or organisation providing funds for study’ – please enter ‘RS606 - Quantum Memristors’
*It is the responsibility of the applicant to list the above information accurately when applying, please note that applications received without the above information listed will not be considered for the scholarship award.
One application is required per individual Swansea University led research scholarship award; applications cannot be considered listing multiple Swansea University led research scholarship awards.