This $250,000 Project Grant award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Engineering program (CFDA 47.041) is supporting the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in developing a groundbreaking manufacturing framework for photonic quantum technologies. The key objectives are to spatially organize individual quantum dots and quantum rods with sub-10 nanometer precision using DNA templates, and to fabricate functional single-photon sources by integrating colloidal quantum emitters into photonic cavities. This innovative approach bridges molecular biology and semiconductor fabrication, creating pathways to quantum technologies that may enable transformative advances in computing, sensing, and other applications. The project aims to overcome fundamental limitations in quantum device fabrication, with a focus on creating scalable, energy-efficient manufacturing methods. This award runs from May 1, 2025 to April 30, 2027 and does not include any planned sub-awards.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $250.0k | 3/26/25 |