The University of Texas at Austin has been awarded a $245,906 Project Grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) program. The grant supports research into the "Nonequilibrium Dynamics of Spin-Correlated Excitons in Van der Waals Magnets," which aims to gain a profound understanding of how spin-correlated excitons (bound electron-hole pairs) behave in two-dimensional semiconductor magnets. The project will employ advanced optical techniques and tailored laser pulses to manipulate these exotic particles and explore their potential for applications in quantum devices, energy-efficient nanophotonics, and information processing. Additionally, the award integrates educational and outreach initiatives to engage over 30 undergraduate students and 50 K-12 educators in the research efforts, build a pipeline of STEM professionals, and strengthen retention in STEM fields. The project will be conducted at UT Austin from February 2025 to January 2030.
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