Sub-wavelength light confinement

这个项目将介绍和演示在亚波长尺度上限制和图案化光的新概念。基于澳大利亚在光纤技术方面的专业知识，这项基础研究将提高澳大利亚在纳米级光控制国际研究中的地位。这些概念还有望为超高分辨率成像和操纵材料带来可申请专利的新工具。该项目将加强澳大利亚的国际联系，建立在一系列国家研究计划的基础上，并为光子学研究人员提供培训，这将有利于澳大利亚的工业和研究。

This project will introduce and demonstrate new concepts for confining and patterning light on sub-wavelength scales. Building on Australian expertise in optical fibre technologies, this fundamental research will enhance Australia's position at the forefront of international research in the nanoscale control of light. These concepts also promise to lead to patentable new tools for ultra high-resolution imaging and for manipulating materials. This project will enhance Australia's international links, build on a range of national research programs, and provide training of researchers in photonics, which will be of benefit to Australian industry and research.