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Project Ideas for Applied Physics Students

Explore quantum materials, photonics, optics, and condensed matter innovations through Caltech’s advanced Applied Physics MS program.

🔬 Introduction

Caltech’s Applied Physics program blends foundational physics with emerging applications in optics, materials science, and quantum systems. These thesis topics are designed to encourage deep experimental and computational exploration of advanced technologies.

📘 Suggested Thesis Topics

Design of Integrated Photonic Circuits for Optical Communication

Nonlinear Optical Effects in Nanostructured Materials

Fabrication and Characterization of Quantum Dot-Based Devices

Simulating Electromagnetic Fields in Metamaterials

High-Speed Laser Modulation Using Plasmonic Waveguides

Quantum State Control in Semiconductor Heterostructures

Time-Resolved Spectroscopy for Ultrafast Electron Dynamics

Nanoelectromechanical Systems (NEMS) for Precision Sensing

Photonic Crystals: Bandgap Engineering and Device Applications

Superconductivity in 2D Materials Under High Magnetic Fields

Development of Single-Photon Detectors for Quantum Cryptography

Plasma Physics Simulations for Inertial Confinement Fusion

Hybrid Systems Combining Photonics and MEMS Technology

Quantum Transport in Topological Insulators

Experimental Realization of Tunable Optical Cavities

Collexa – Applied Physics Research Mentorship

Caltech MS students in applied physics can receive guidance from Collexa experts for their work in quantum systems, photonic devices, and experimental optics.

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