Lithium Niobate Integrated Photonics

1. 7:00 - 7:30

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   FW1D.1

   Lithium Niobate Thin Films for Integrated Photonics

   Presenter: Hui Hu , Shandong University

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   Invited

   Single-crystal lithium niobate (LN) thin film retains the excellent physical properties of LN crystal and has large refractive index contrast. This paper introduces the fabrications and applications of LN thin films.Authors: Hui Hu, Shandong University
2. 7:30 - 7:45

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   FW1D.2

   Integration of Electro-Optic Modulators and Single-Photon Detectors in LNOI Photonic Circuits

   Presenter: Emma Lomonte , University of Münster

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   We demonstrate electro-optic modulators and superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors (SNSPDs) monolithically integrated in a single Lithium-Niobate-On-Insulator (LNOI) device, featuring ultra-low propagation loss and a compact footprint.Authors: Emma Lomonte, University of Münster / Martin Wolff, University of Münster / Fabian Beutel, University of Münster / Simone Ferrari, University of Münster / Carsten Schuck, University of Münster / Wolfram Pernice, University of Münster / Francesco Lenzini, University of Münster
3. 7:45 - 8:00

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   FW1D.3

   Integrated LNOI Single-mode Lasers by Vernier Effect

   Presenter: Ru Zhang , Nankai University

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   C-band single-mode lasers with ~200 μW threshold and exceeding 26 dB side-mode suppression ratio were realized in two coupled erbium-doped LNOI microrings with different radii by Vernier effect.Authors: Ru Zhang, Nankai University / Chen Yang, Nankai University / Zhenzhong Hao, Nankai University / Di Jia, Nankai University / Qiang Luo, Nankai University / Dahuai Zheng, Nankai University / Hongde Liu, Nankai University / Xuanyi Yu, Nankai University / Feng Gao, Nankai University / Fang Bo, Nankai University / Yongfa Kong, Nankai University / Zhang Guoquan, Nankai University / Jingjun Xu, Nankai University
4. 8:00 - 8:15

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   FW1D.4

   Low Loss Wavelength-agnostic Optical Isolators Through Acoustic Pumping in a Lithium Niobate Platform

   Presenter: Ogulcan Orsel , University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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   We experimentally demonstrate linear optical isolators on-chip through acousticpumping. Our devices achieve 39 dB contrast with 0.65 dB insertion loss at 1550 nm,and comparable performance at 780 nm.Authors: Ogulcan Orsel, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
5. 8:15 - 8:30

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   FW1D.5

   Tunable Dual-channel Integrated Filters on Thin-film Lithium Niobate with Ultranarrow Linewidth

   Presenter: Milad Vazimali , University of Central Florida

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   We present a tunable dual-channel phase-shifted Bragg-grating filter on thin-film lithium niobate with an extinction ratio of 27 dB and channel linewidth of 19 pm and spacing of 19 GHz.Authors: Kamal Abdelsalam, University of Central Florida / Ehsan Ordouie, University of Central Florida / Milad Vazimali, University of Central Florida / Farzaneh Juneghani, University of Central Florida / Prem Kumar, Northwestern University / Gregory Kanter, Northwestern University / Sasan Fathpour, University of Central Florida

Photonic Quantum Technologies II

1. 7:00 - 7:15

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   FW1E.1

   Quantum Sensing of Photonic Spin Density Using a Single Spin Qubit

   Presenter: Farid Kalhor , Purdue University

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   We demonstrate that a nitrogen-vacancy (NV) center in diamond can be used as a nanoscale quantum sensor for detecting photonic spin density (PSD). This opens a new frontier for studying exotic phases of photons as well as future on-chip applications.Authors: Farid Kalhor, Purdue University / Li-Ping Yang, Northeast Normal University / Leif Bauer, Purdue University / Noah Opondo, Purdue University / Shoaib Mahmud, Purdue University / Sunil Bhave, Purdue University / Zubin Jacob, Purdue University
2. 7:15 - 7:30

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   FW1E.2

   1.5-THz-Bandwidth Digital Photonic Quantum Memory

   Presenter: Nathan Arnold , Univ. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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   Quantum optical memories are a key component of quantum information applications. Here we develop a system with multiplexed free-space storage cavities, able to efficiently store single photons for up to 12.5 µs over several nanometers of bandwidth.Authors: Nathan Arnold, Univ. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign / Michelle Victora, RightHand Robotics, Inc / Michael Goggin, Truman State University / Paul Kwiat, Univ. of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
3. 7:30 - 7:45

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   FW1E.3

   Fast and Simple One Way High-Dimensional Quantum Key Distribution

   Presenter: Kfir Sulimany , The Hebrew University of Jerusalem

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   We propose and analyze a novel high-dimensional quantum key distribution protocol. We implement the protocol using a software update in a standard two-dimensional system and observe a twofold enhancement in the secure key rate.Authors: Kfir Sulimany, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem / Rom Dudkiewicz, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem / Simcha Korenblit, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem / Hagai S. Eisenberg, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem / Yaron Bromberg, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem / Michael Ben-Or, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
4. 7:45 - 8:00

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   FW1E.4

   Multi-qubit Production in Spontaneous Parametric Down Conversion

   Presenter: Finn Buldt , Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

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   We have designed Gaussian masks for SPDC to subdivide the pump beam before passing it through a nonlinear medium. We are able to observe simultaneous separate down converted emission cones with spatial overlap.Authors: Phillip Heitert, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute / Finn Buldt, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute / Pascal Bassene, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute / Moussa N’gom, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
5. 8:00 - 8:15

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   FW1E.5

   Experimental Demonstration of Polarization Entanglement from a Spatiotemporally Incoherent Source

   Presenter: Cheng Li , University of Ottawa

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   We experimentally demonstrate the generation of polarization entanglement from SPDC pumped by a spatiotemporally incoherent pump. The produced two-photon state is found to have a concurrence of 0.562 and purity of 0.647.Authors: Cheng Li, University of Ottawa / Boris Braverman, University of Ottawa / Girish Kulkarni, University of Ottawa / Robert Boyd, University of Ottawa
6. 8:15 - 8:30

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   FW1E.6

   Wave-function-based State Generator Using Quantum Teleportation with Non-Gaussian Entangled State

   Presenter: Warit Asavanant , The University of Tokyo

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   We present a methodology to generate various non-Gaussian states via wave-function engineering. Our method uses the conditional quantum teleportation with non-Gaussian resource states, making it compatible with the time-domain multiplexing scheme.Authors: Warit Asavanant, The University of Tokyo / Kan Takase, The University of Tokyo / Kosuke Fukui, The University of Tokyo / Mamoru Endo, The University of Tokyo / Jun-ichi Yoshikawa, The University of Tokyo / Akira Furusawa, The University of Tokyo
7. 8:30 - 8:45

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   FW1E.7

   Co-existence of Entangled and Classical Light Over 45 km of Installed Fiber

   Presenter: Jordan Thomas , Northwestern University

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   We show coexistence of quantum entangled and classical light over 45.6 km of installed optical fiber. Wavelength engineering/filtering allows milliwatts copropagating power with quantum light from a photon-pair source with broad entangled spectrum.Authors: Jordan Thomas, Northwestern University / Gregory Kanter, Northwestern University / Kim Lee, Northwestern University / Prem Kumar, Northwestern University
8. 8:45 - 9:00

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   FW1E.8

   (Withdrawn) Entangled Photons Generation in Broken Symmetry GaAs Metasurfaces

   Presenter: Tomas Santiago , Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light

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   We report on entangled photons generation via spontaneous parametric down-conversion in GaAs metasurfaces featuring Fano-like resonances, where we obtained a considerable enhancement of the generation rate in comparison to an unpatterned GaAs film.Authors: Tomas Santiago, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light / Sylvain D. Gennaro, Sandia National Laboratories / Michael Poloczek, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light / Vitaliy Sultanov, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light / Sadhvikas Addamane, Sandia National Laboratories / John Reno, Sandia National Laboratories / Igal Brener, Sandia National Laboratories / Maria V. Chekhova, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light

Tutorial: Incorporating Physics Priors into Machine Learning for Inverse Problems

1. 8:00 - 9:00

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   FW1A.1

   Incorporating Physics Priors into Machine Learning for Inverse Problems

   Presenter: George Barbastathis , Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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   Tutorial

   Abstract not available.Authors: George Barbastathis, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Complex Light I

1. 8:00 - 8:30

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   FW1B.1

   Light Emission by atoms and by free electrons in photonic time-crystals

   Presenter: Mordechai Segev , Technion Israel Institute of Technology

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   We present our studies on the emission of light in Photonic Time-Crystals: materials whose refractive index varies periodically in time, giving rise to time-reflections and refractions, which form Floquet bands separated by momentum gap.Authors: Mordechai Segev, Technion Israel Institute of Technology / Alex Dikopoltsev, Technion Israel Institute of Technology / Mark Lyubarov, Technion Israel Institute of Technology / Yaakov Lumer, Technion Israel Institute of Technology / Eran Lustig, Technion Israel Institute of Technology / Yonatan Sharabi, Technion Israel Institute of Technology / Ohad Segal, Technion Israel Institute of Technology / Ido Kaminer, Technion Israel Institute of Technology
2. 8:30 - 8:45

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   FW1B.2

   Structuring Harmonic Vector-Vortex Beams in the Extreme Ultraviolet

   Presenter: Alba de las Heras , Universidad de Salamanca

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   The synchronous control of spin and orbital angular momentum in high-harmonic generation allows us to introduce a novel XUV structured beam with spatially-varying polarization and phase, high topological charge, and robust propagation.Authors: Alba de las Heras, Universidad de Salamanca / Alok Kumar Pandey, Université Paris-Saclay / Julio San Román, Universidad de Salamanca / Javier Serrano, Universidad de Salamanca / Elsa Baynard, Université Paris-Saclay / Guillaume Dovillaire, Imagine Optic / Moana Pittman, Université Paris-Saclay / Charles Durfee, Colorado School of Mines / Luis Plaja, Universidad de Salamanca / Sophie Kazamias, Université Paris-Saclay / Olivier Guilbaud, Université Paris-Saclay / Carlos Hernández-García, Universidad de Salamanca

Fiber Fabrication and Test

1. 8:00 - 8:15

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   FW1C.2

   Low-loss Silicon-core Optical Fibre Fabrication Using a Co Laser-based Furnace without an Interface Layer

   Presenter: Clarissa Harvey , KTH Royal Institute of Technology

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   Silicon core optical fibres have been fabricated using an experimental draw tower based on a CO laser furnace. Fabricated fibres have achieved a submicron core size and shown a record low loss of 0.1 dB/cm.Authors: Clarissa Harvey, KTH Royal Institute of Technology / Korbinian Mühlberger, KTH Royal Institute of Technology / Taras Oriekhov, KTH Royal Institute of Technology / Michael Fokine, KTH Royal Institute of Technology
2. 8:15 - 8:30

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   FW1C.3

   Exploring Fabrication Limits for UV Guiding Hollow Core Anti-Resonant Fiber

   Presenter: Greg Jackson , University of Southampton

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   We report a preform scaling technique to fabricate hollow-core Nested Antiresonant Nodeless Fiber (NANF) for guiding ultraviolet wavelengths. We demonstrate that fabrication of NANFs with membrane thicknesses of ~100nm and yields of 1km are possible.Authors: Greg Jackson, University of Southampton / Thomas Bradley, University of Southampton / Gregory Jasion, University of Southampton / Francesco Poletti, University of Southampton
3. 8:30 - 9:00

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   FW1C.1

   (Withdrawn) Guided Acoustic Brillouin Scattering Measurements in Communication Fibers

   Presenter: Fatih Yaman , NEC Laboratories America Inc

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   Abstract not available.Authors: Fatih Yaman, NEC Laboratories America Inc

Ultrafast Dynamics in Complex Systems II

1. 8:00 - 8:15

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   LW1F.1

   Excitation Dynamics and Dielectric Resonance Energy Transfer in Cu₂O Nanocubes

   Presenter: Sunil Gyawali , West Virginia University

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   Laser Science

   Transient absorption captures dynamics of nanocubes, showing negative delay-time signals associated with perturbed free induction. This validates dielectric-resonance energy transfer between electromagnetic modes for light-harvesting applications.Authors: Sunil Gyawali, West Virginia University / Rishmali Sooriyagoda, West Virginia University / Aaron Wheeler, Oklahoma State University / Ravi Teja A. Tirumala, Oklahoma State University / Sundaram Ramakrishnan, Oklahoma State University / Farshid Mohammadparast, Oklahoma State University / Susheng Tan, University of Pittsburgh / A. Kaan Kalkan, Oklahoma State University / Marimuthu Andiappan, Oklahoma State University / Alan Bristow, West Virginia University
2. 8:15 - 8:30

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   LW1F.2

   Lightwave Control of Topological Properties in 2D Materials for Sub-Cycle and Non-Resonant Valley Manipulation

   Presenter: Alvaro Jimenez-Galan , Max-Born-Institut

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   Laser Science

   Using light fields tailored on a sub-cycle timescale to the symmetry of graphene-like materials, we show selective minimization of the bandgap at one of the valleys, introducing a new method for valleytronics and light-induced topology.Authors: Alvaro Jimenez-Galan, Max-Born-Institut / Rui Silva, Universidad Autonoma de Madrid / Olga Smirnova, Max-Born-Institut / Misha Ivanov, Max-Born-Institut
3. 8:30 - 9:00

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   LW1F.3

   Subcycle Nonlinearities of Light-matter Hybrid Modes in the Deep-strong Coupling Regime

   Presenter: Christoph Lange , Technische Universität Dortmund

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   Invited Laser Science

   We investigate novel regimes of cavity quantum electrodynamics by non-perturbative THz excitation or even non-adiabatic femtosecond switch-off of deep-strong light-matter coupling, where the subcycle response reveals previously inaccessible quantum dynamics of strongly squeezed quantum vacua.Authors: Christoph Lange, Technische Universität Dortmund / Joshua Mornhinweg, Universität Regensburg / Maike Halbhuber, Universität Regensburg / Viola Zeller, Universität Regensburg / Cristiano Ciuti, Université de Paris / Dominique Bougeard, Universität Regensburg / Rupert Huber, Universität Regensburg

Plenary Session III

1. 10:00 - 11:30

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   W1A.1

   Quantum Photonics for Quantum Machine Learning and Secure Computing

   Presenter: Philip Walther , University of Vienna

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   QIM Plenary

   This talk presents recent experimental demonstrations that use integrated nanophotonic processors for various quantum computations such as quantum machine learning and in particular reinforcement learning, where agents interact with environments by exchanging signals via a communication channel. We show that this exchange allows boosting the learning of the agent. We show that this exchange allows boosting the learning of the agent. Another experiment underlines the feasibility of photonic quantum system for secure quantum computing by enabling homomorphic encryption and probabilistic one-time programs for classical computing. As outlook I will discuss technological challenges for the scale up of photonic quantum computers, and our group’s current work for addressing some of those.Authors: Philip Walther, University of Vienna

Visionary Session IV: Jiangying Zhou, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency, USA

1. 10:15 - 11:00

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   JW2A.1

   Re-thinking Sensing in the Age of AI

   Presenter: Jiangying Zhou , Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

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   Visionary

   In this talk I will highlight some of the recent research programs at DARPA exploring the implications of this interplay between AI and sensing design, and discuss some potential new opportunities for research.Authors: Jiangying Zhou, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency

Precision Measurements and Quantum Metrology II

1. 11:30 - 11:45

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   W2A.1

   Probe Incompatibility in Multiparameter Noisy Quantum Channel Estimation

   Presenter: Rafal Demkowicz-Dobrzanski , University of Warsaw

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   QIM

   We derive fundamental bounds on the maximal achievable precision in multiparameter noisy quantum channel estimation, valid under the most general entanglement-assisted adaptive strategy, which are tighter than the bounds obtained by a direct use of single-parameter bounds.Authors: Rafal Demkowicz-Dobrzanski, University of Warsaw / Francesco Albarelli, University of Warsaw
2. 11:45 - 12:00

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   W2A.2

   Efficient Computation of the Nagaoka-Hayashi Bound for Multi-Parameter Estimation With Separable Measurements

   Presenter: Lorcan Conlon , Australian National University

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   QIM

   We introduce a tight bound for quantum metrology for estimating multiple parameters simultaneously when performing separable measurements; relevant for experimental accessibility. We show that this bound can be efficiently computed as a semidefinite program.Authors: Lorcan Conlon, Australian National University / Jun Suzuki, The University of Electro-Communications / Ping Koy Lam, Australian National University / Syed Assad, Australian National University
3. 12:00 - 12:15

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   W2A.3

   Time-Energy Uncertainty Relation for Noisy Quantum Metrology

   Presenter: Philippe Faist , Freie Universität Berlin, Germany

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   QIM

   We derive a fundamental trade-off relating the accuracy loss of a quantum clock due to a noise channel to the information about the energy of the clock that leaks to the environment.Authors: Philippe Faist, Freie Universität Berlin, Germany / Mischa Woods, ETH Zurich / Victor Albert, NIST / Joseph Renes, ETH Zurich / Jens Eisert, Freie Universität Berlin, Germany / John Preskill, Caltech
4. 12:15 - 12:30

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   W2A.4

   (Withdrawn) Quantum-Limited Estimation of Range and Velocity

   Presenter: Zixin Huang , University of Sheffield

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   QIM

   The energy-time uncertainty relation puts a fundamental limit on the lidar precision for estimating an object's range and velocity. We characterise how this tradeoff is relaxed in the presence of entanglement.Authors: Zixin Huang, University of Sheffield / Cosmo Lupo, University of Sheffield / Pieter Kok, University of Sheffield
5. 12:30 - 12:45

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   W2A.5

   Identification of the Cirel’son Bound Using Uncertainty Limited Joint Measurement of Photon Polarization

   Presenter: Kengo Matsuyama , Hiroshima University

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   QIM

   Joint measurements of complementary polarizations are performed on entangled photon pairs, clarifying the relation between measurement uncertainties and quantum non-locality. Extremely low probabilities indicate that the non-local correlations are close to the Cirel'son bound.Authors: Kengo Matsuyama, Hiroshima University / Holger Hofmann, Hiroshima University / Masataka Iinuma, Hiroshima University
6. 12:45 - 13:00

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   W2A.6

   Quantum Conformance Test

   Presenter: Pauline Boucher , INRIM

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   QIM

   We introduce a protocol addressing the conformance test problem. We demonstrate theoretically and experimentally that a simple quantum strategy, using available resources and measurement schemes (two-mode squeezed vacuum, photon-counting) can outperform classical strategies.Authors: Giuseppe Ortolano, INRIM / Pauline Boucher, INRIM / Ivo Pietro Degiovann, INRIM / Elena Losero, Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne / Marco Genovese, INRIM / Ivano Ruo Berchera, INRIM

Nonclassical Light Sources and Detectors II

1. 11:30 - 11:45

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   W2B.1

   Hierarchy of Quantum non-Gaussian States: Theory and Experiment

   Presenter: Radim Filip , Palacky University

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   QIM

   The talk will present recent theoretical and experimental activities in optically controlled quantum non-Gaussian states with single-atom and massive atomic systems and their applications in force sensing and thermometry.Authors: Radim Filip, Palacky University
2. 11:45 - 12:00

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   W2B.2

   Nonclassical Phase-Space Correlations in Theory and Experiment

   Presenter: Martin Bohmann , Austrian Academy of Sciences

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   QIM

   We derive phase-space-inequality conditions for the verification of nonclassicality and implement them experimentally. We certify quantum correlations even if the phase-space distributions are nonnegative and demonstrate noise and loss robustness.Authors: Martin Bohmann, Austrian Academy of Sciences / Nicolas Biagi, Istituto Nazionale di Ottica (CNR-INO) / Jan Sperling, Paderborn University / Alessandro Zavatta, Istituto Nazionale di Ottica (CNR-INO) / Marco Bellini, Istituto Nazionale di Ottica (CNR-INO) / Elizabeth Agudelo, Austrian Academy of Sciences
3. 12:00 - 12:15

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   W2B.3

   The Role of Two-Photon Entanglement in Sum-Frequency Generation

   Presenter: Sofiane Merkouche , University of Oregon

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   QIM

   The theory of sum-frequency generation (SFG) as a two-photon measure- ment process is used to infer the role of two-photon entanglement in this process, and an experimental setup and preliminary data are presented as a way towards quantifying the dependence of SFG on entanglement.Authors: Sofiane Merkouche, University of Oregon / Amy Soudachanh, University of Oregon / Tiemo Landes, University of Oregon / Markus Allgaier, University of Oregon / Valerian Thiel, University of Oregon / Brian Smith, University of Oregon / Michael Raymer, University of Oregon
4. 12:15 - 12:30

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   W2B.4

   Reducing g⁽²⁾ (0) of a Parametric Down-Conversion Source via Photon-Number Resolution With Superconducting Nanowire Detectors

   Presenter: Santiago Sempere-Llagostera , Imperial College London

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   QIM

   We demonstrate a 13 ± 0.4 % reduction of the second-order correlation function g(2) (0) by harnessing the photon-number resolving capabilities of commercial superconducting nanowire single-photon detectors, improving the quality of a heralded single-photon source.Authors: Santiago Sempere-Llagostera, Imperial College London / Guillaume Thekkadath, Imperial College London / Raj Patel, Imperial College London / Steven Kolthammer, Imperial College London / Ian Walmsley, Imperial College London
5. 12:30 - 12:45

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   W2B.5

   Sub-Shot Noise Absorption Measurements Using a Skipper-CCD and Twin-Beams: a Work in Progress

   Presenter: Agustina Magnoni , Laboratorio de Óptica Cuántica, DEILAP UNIDEF (CITEDEF-CONICET)

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   QIM

   We present the work in progress of a proposed scheme for a transmission measurement that combines quantum light with sub-Poissonian statistics with novel Skipper-CCD sensors to obtain a quantum advantage in ultra-low light regimes.Authors: Agustina Magnoni, Laboratorio de Óptica Cuántica, DEILAP UNIDEF (CITEDEF-CONICET) / Muriel Bonetto, Department of Physics, FCEN, University of Buenos Aires / Javier Tiffenberg, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory / Juan Estrada, Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory / Miguel Larotonda, Laboratorio de Óptica Cuántica, DEILAP UNIDEF (CITEDEF-CONICET) / Darío Rodrigues, Department of Physics, FCEN, University of Buenos Aires
6. 12:45 - 13:00

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   W2B.6

   Steady-State Wigner-Negative Light From a Cavity Coupled to a Driven Multilevel Atom

   Presenter: Alexander Elliott , The University of Auckland

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   QIM

   We investigate temporal modes in continuous output light from a cavity QED system in which a single atom undergoes cavity- and laser-assisted, multistep Raman transitions along a ground hyperfine state. Wigner function negativity is predicted.Authors: Alexander Elliott, The University of Auckland / Scott Parkins, The University of Auckland

Quantum Sensors II

1. 11:30 - 11:45

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   W2C.1

   Building Quantum ion Sensors Based on Solid-State Defects in Nanodiamond

   Presenter: Changhao Li , MIT

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   QIM

   In this work we propose and are experimentally demonstrating a novel quantum sensor that can detect alkali metal ions specifically. The technique is based on the charge state conversion of nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers in nanodiamond.Authors: Changhao Li, MIT / Lennon Shao-Xiong Luo, MIT / Daniel Kim, MIT / Guoqing Wang, MIT / Paola cappellaro, MIT
2. 11:45 - 12:00

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   W2C.2

   Development of a Wide-Field Quantum Diamond Microscope for Imaging Dynamics of Cell Adhesion

   Presenter: Feng Xu , The University of Hong Kong

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   QIM

   A wide-field quantum diamond microscope was established to investigate the dynamics of cell adhesive ligands. The cells deform the ligands labeled with molecular magnets, which could be quantitatively readout through NV spin relaxometry.Authors: Feng Xu, The University of Hong Kong / Yong Hou, The University of Hong Kong / Shuxiang Zhang, Sichuan University / Zhiqin Chu, The University of Hong Kong
3. 12:00 - 12:15

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   W2C.3

   Cross-Validated Optical Thermometry Using Diamond Containing Dual-Defect Centers

   Presenter: Madhav Gupta , The University of Hong Kong

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   QIM

   By measuring ODMR spectrum of NV centers and PL spectrum of SiV centers simultaneously, we demonstrate high-precision optical thermometry using two independent mechanisms cross-validating each other in a diamond sample with dual-defect centers.Authors: Madhav Gupta, The University of Hong Kong / Zhang Tongtong, The University of Hong Kong / Zhiqin Chu, The University of Hong Kong
4. 12:15 - 12:30

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   W2C.4

   Quantum Sensing Enhanced Fiber Optic Sensors

   Presenter: Scott Shepard , University of Missouri

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   QIM

   Quantum sensing techniques can greatly enhance imaging but most of these require nonclassical light sources which are inappropriate for use in an optical fiber. One exception which uses low intensity laser light is explored herein.Authors: Scott Shepard, University of Missouri
5. 12:30 - 12:45

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   W2C.5

   Noisy Magnetometry in Real Time

   Presenter: Julia Amoros-Binefa , Centre for Quantum Optical Technologies, Centre of New Technologies, University of Warsaw

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   QIM

   We study the effect of noise on continuously-monitored atomic sensors for magnetometry of a fluctuating field. We prove that noise disallows the error to follow a super-classical scaling in number of atoms and measurement time.Authors: Julia Amoros-Binefa, Centre for Quantum Optical Technologies, Centre of New Technologies, University of Warsaw / Jan Kolodynski, Centre for Quantum Optical Technologies, Centre of New Technologies, University of Warsaw
6. 12:45 - 13:00

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   W2C.6

   Population Repumping for Enhanced Rydberg Electrometry

   Presenter: Nikunj Prajapati , National Institute of Standards and Technology

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   QIM

   We demonstrate improved sensitivity in Rydberg electrometry using electromagnetically induced transparency with a ground state repumping laser. This doubles the interaction strength while avoiding Doppler or power broadening and improves the sensitivity by nearly 2.Authors: Nikunj Prajapati, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Amy Robinson, University of Colorado / Samual Berweger, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Matthew Simons, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Alexandra Artusio-Glimpse, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Christopher Holloway, National Institute of Standards and Technology
7. 13:00 - 13:15

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   W2C.7

   Experimental Detection of BPSK Signals With a Qubit Sensor

   Presenter: Kevin Schultz , Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

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   QIM

   We experimentally execute recently developed quantum signal detection protocols and show that they remain effective when applied to real-world communications signals that do not meet the assumptions of the original formulation of the protocol.Authors: Kevin Schultz, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Andrew Murphy, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Helena Yoest, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Gregory Quiroz, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Leigh Norris, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Colin Trout, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Mayra Amezcua, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Brian Tien-Street, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Samuel Bibelhauser, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Tom Gilliss, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Eric Curtis, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Christopher Watson, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Paraj Titum, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory / Timothy Sweeney, Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory

Plenary Session II: Anne L’Huiller, Lund University, Sweden

1. 12:30 - 13:15

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   JW3A.1

   From Extreme Nonlinear Optics to Ultrafast Atomic Physics

   Presenter: Anne L'Huillier , Lunds Universitet

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   Laser Science Plenary

   The interaction of atoms with intense laser radiation leads to the generation of high-order harmonics or, equivalently, trains of attosecond pulses. This presentation will describe the physics and performances of these sources and show how attosecond pulses can be used to investigate fast electron dynamics in atomic photoionization.Authors: Anne L'Huillier, Lunds Universitet

Quantum Simulation

1. 13:30 - 14:00

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   W3A.1

   Quantum Chaos and Trotterisation Thresholds in Digital Quantum Simulations

   Presenter: Nathan Langford , University of Technology Sydney

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   Invited QIM

   Maximising the power of digital quantum simulators requires careful optimisation of experimental resources. We conclusively demonstrate a direct connection between quantum chaos and the breakdown of Trotterisation exhibiting surprisingly universal behaviour across diverse simulator systems.Authors: Nathan Langford, University of Technology Sydney
2. 14:00 - 14:15

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   W3A.2

   Spectral Density and non Markovianity Measurements via Graph State Simulation

   Presenter: Paul Renault , Laboratoire Kastler Brossel

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   QIM

   Multimode optical parametric processes can be tailored and arranged as complex quantum networks. Here we show experimental results for the simulation of structured environments and the probing of their spectral density and non-MarkovianityAuthors: Paul Renault, Laboratoire Kastler Brossel / Johannes Nokkala, Turku Center for Quantum Physics / Nicolas Treps, Laboratoire Kastler Brossel / Jyrki Piilo, Turku Center for Quantum Physics / Valentina Parigi, Laboratoire Kastler Brossel
3. 14:15 - 14:30

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   W3A.3

   Holographic Dynamics Simulations With a Trapped Ion Quantum Computer

   Presenter: Eli Chertkov , Honeywell Quantum Solutions

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   QIM

   Using a trapped ion quantum computer, we experimentally demonstrate a tensor-network-based algorithm that simulates the dynamics of infinite-size quantum systems by re-using qubits in the middle of the calculation.Authors: Eli Chertkov, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / Justin Bohnet, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / David Francois, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / John Gaebler, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / Dan Gresh, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / Aaron Hankin, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / Kenny Lee, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / David Hayes, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / Brian Neyenhuis, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / Russell Stutz, Honeywell Quantum Solutions / Andrew Potter, University of Texas at Austin / Michael Foss-Feig, Honeywell Quantum Solutions
4. 14:30 - 14:45

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   W3A.4

   Simulation of Quantum Jump in Three-Level Atoms Using Photons

   Presenter: Sebastiao de Padua , Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais

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   QIM

   We simulate experimentally a three-level system (cascade, $\Lambda$, $V$) under quantum jump using a three-mode photonic system. A spatial light modulator is programmed for implementing the Kraus operators for quantum jumps.Authors: Sebastiao de Padua, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais / Arthur Cardoso, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais / João Condé, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais / Breno Marques, Universidade Federal do ABC / Jader Cabral, Universidade Federal de Uberlândia
5. 14:45 - 15:00

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   W3A.5

   The Coherent Dynamics of Coupled Non-Degenerate Parametric Oscillators

   Presenter: Shay Ben Ami , Bar Ilan University

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   QIM

   We explore experimentally synchronization and persistent beating dynamics in coupled non-degenerate parametric oscillators. We demonstrate that synchronization is completely prevented due to mode competition, which is unique to non-degenerate oscillators.Authors: Shay Ben Ami, Bar Ilan University / Igal Aharonovich, Bar Ilan University / Avi Pe'er, Bar Ilan University

Quantum Communication III

1. 13:30 - 14:00

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   W3B.1

   Security Assessment of Quantum Networks

   Presenter: Xiongfeng Ma , Tsinghua University

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   Invited QIM

   I shall introduce the recent exciting development on quantum networks, including the 46-node Hefei network, Beijing-Shanghai backbone, and intercontinental link. We design a routing scheme and delayed privacy amplification to reduce the trustworthiness requirement on the intermediate relays.Authors: Xiongfeng Ma, Tsinghua University
2. 14:00 - 14:15

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   W3B.2

   Cost and Routing of Continuous Variable Quantum Networks

   Presenter: Federico Centrone , Sorbonne University

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   QIM

   We investigate the capabilities provided by highly multimode entangled quantum systems with arbitrary shapes, evaluate the cost of their experimental realization and devise an entanglement routing protocol to allow quantum communications between arbitrary nodes.Authors: Federico Centrone, Sorbonne University / Frederic Grosshans, Sorbonne University / Valentina Parigi, Sorbonne University
3. 14:15 - 14:30

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   W3B.3

   Security Analysis of Continuous-Variable Quantum key Distribution Using m-PSK Classical Modulation Schemes

   Presenter: Yupeng Gong , University of Cambridge

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   QIM

   We theoretically prove the security of using classical m-psk modulation protocol for the transmission of continuous-variable quantum key distribution and discuss the performance of classical digital communication protocols for CVQKDAuthors: Yupeng Gong, University of Cambridge / Anran Jin, University of Cambridge / He Li, University of Cambridge / Adrian Wonfor, University of Cambridge / Richard Penty, University of Cambridge
4. 14:30 - 14:45

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   W3B.4

   Quantum-Enabled Communication Without a Phase Reference

   Presenter: Quntao Zhuang , University of Arizona

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   QIM

   A phase reference has been a standard requirement in quantum sensing and communication protocols. We show that quantum communication and entanglement-assisted communication without a phase reference are possible, when a short-time memory effect is present.Authors: Quntao Zhuang, University of Arizona
5. 14:45 - 15:00

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   W3B.5

   Benchmarking a Quantum Random Number Generator With Machine Learning

   Presenter: Jing Yan Haw , National University of Singapore

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   QIM

   We develop a predictive machine learning (ML) analysis to examine the uniformity and unpredictability aspects of a random number generator. We show that our tool is capable of uncovering hidden correlations and experimental imperfections.Authors: Jing Yan Haw, National University of Singapore / Nhan Duy Truong, The University of Sydney / Hong Jie Ng, National University of Singapore / Raymond Ho, National University of Singapore / Syed Assad, The Australian National University / Chao Wang, National University of Singapore / Ping Koy Lam, The Australian National University / omid Kavehei, The University of Sydney

Visionary Session V: Ana Maria Rey, University of Colorado at Boulder, USA

1. 14:30 - 15:15

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   JW4A.1

   Building with Crystals of Light and Quantum Matter: From Clocks to Quantum Computers

   Presenter: Ana Maria Rey , University of Colorado at Boulder JILA

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   Visionary Laser Science

   I will present recent developments using alkaline-earth atoms, the basis of the most precise atomic clocks, for the investigation of many-body phenomena and magnetism.Authors: Ana Maria Rey, University of Colorado at Boulder JILA

Optical Computing in Machine Learning

1. 15:30 - 16:00

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   FW5A.1

   Optical Computing in Synthetic Dimensions

   Presenter: Shanhui Fan , Stanford University

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   Invited

   Abstract not available.Authors: Shanhui Fan, Stanford University
2. 16:00 - 16:30

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   FW5A.2

   Optical Firewall for Defending Deep Neural Networks from Adversarial Attacks

   Presenter: Adrian Stern , Ben Gurion University of the Negev

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   We overview approaches that we have recently introduced that employ optical encrypted acquisition to defend against adversarial attacks on deep learning algorithms.Authors: Adrian Stern, Ben Gurion University of the Negev / Vladislav Kravets, Ben Gurion University of the Negev / Bahram Javidi, University of Connecticut
3. 16:30 - 17:00

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   FW5A.3

   Novel Deep Learning Techniques for Photonics

   Presenter: Marin Soljacic , Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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   We present a few novel deep learning techniques for applications in photonics. Of particular interest are few-shot techniques which minimize the amount of needed training data.Authors: Marin Soljacic, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Information Acquisition and Processing

1. 15:30 - 16:00

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   FW5B.1

   The Power of Label Free Holographic 3D Imaging in Flow-cytometry

   Presenter: Pietro Ferraro , Institute of Intelligent Systems CNR

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   CoheCoherent-light microscopy based on label-free holographic imaging has opened an extraordinary avenue in life-science through 3D quantitative phase-contrast-tomography. The vast opportunities offered by in-flow 3D tomographic imaging and measurement at single-cell-level are presented and discussed.Authors: Pietro Ferraro, Institute of Intelligent Systems CNR
2. 16:00 - 16:15

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   FW5B.2

   Robust Dual Polarization Encryption Scheme based on a Tailored Pixelated Polarizer

   Presenter: Marwan Dhiya Eddine Chachoua , Université 8 mai 1945 Guelma

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   We propose a Tailored DPES based on a tailored pixelated polarizer to encrypt target images into a predefined uniformly distributed noisy image. Relying on Mueller–Stokes formalism, it provides more robustness and flexibility than DPESAuthors: Marwan Dhiya Eddine Chachoua, Université 8 mai 1945 Guelma / Rachid Hamdi, Université 8 mai 1945 Guelma / Ayman Alfalou, L@bISEN / Abderezzaq halassi, Université 8 mai 1945 Guelma
3. 16:15 - 16:30

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   FW5B.3

   Analysis of the Reconstructed Images of Light-in-flight Recording by Holographic Microscopy when Recording Condition is Changed

   Presenter: Tomoyoshi Inoue , Kyoto Institute of Technology

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   We investigated reconstructed images of light-in-flight recording by holographic microscopy when recording conditions are changed. As the conditions, we focused on incident angle of the reference light pulse and that of the object light pulse.Authors: Tomoyoshi Inoue, Kyoto Institute of Technology / Mika Sasaki, Kyoto Institute of Technology / Kenzo Nishio, Kyoto Institute of Technology / Toshihiro Kubota, Kubota Holography Laboratory Corporation / Yasuhiro Awatsuji, Kyoto Institute of Technology
4. 16:30 - 16:45

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   FW5B.4

   Information Processing Capacity of Diffractive Optical Processors

   Presenter: Onur Kulce , University of California Los Angeles

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   We show that the input-output transformation capacity of diffractive processors increases linearly with the number of their diffractive features and is upper-bounded by the areas of the input and output fields-of-viewAuthors: Onur Kulce, University of California Los Angeles / Deniz Mengu, University of California Los Angeles / Yair Rivenson, University of California Los Angeles / Aydogan Ozcan, University of California Los Angeles
5. 16:45 - 17:00

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   FW5B.5

   Shift Invariant Correlation using the Hybrid Optoelectronic Correlator with a PQ:PMMA Holographic Memory Device

   Presenter: Julian Gamboa , Northwestern University

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   We demonstrate the incorporation of a PQ:PMMA holographic memory device into the hybrid optoelectronic correlator architecture. This will serve as a high-speed optical storage medium, allowing us to improve the correlation speed.Authors: Julian Gamboa, Northwestern University / Tabassom Hamidfar, Northwestern University / Selim Shahriar, Northwestern University

Complex Light II

1. 15:30 - 15:45

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   FW5C.1

   Experimental Generation of Near-Diffraction-Free OAM Pulses Having a Controllable Group Velocity from 1.0069c-0.9933c by Coherently Combining Different Beams of Multiple Correlated Bessel Modes and Frequencies

   Presenter: Kai Pang , University of Southern California

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   We experimentally demonstrate the generation of near-diffraction-free OAM +1 and +3 pulses having a controllable group velocity from 1.0069c-0.9933c. The diffraction of such OAM pulses and the effects of transmitter aperture size are also explored.Authors: Kai Pang, University of Southern California / Kaiheng Zou, University of Southern California / Hao Song, University of Southern California / Maxim Karpov, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne / Murat Yessenov, University of Central Florida / Zhe Zhao, University of Southern California / Amir Minoofar, University of Southern California / Runzhou Zhang, University of Southern California / Haoqian Song, University of Southern California / Huibin Zhou, University of Southern California / Xinzhou Su, University of Southern California / Nanzhe Hu, University of Southern California / Tobias Kippenberg, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne / Ayman Abouraddy, University of Central Florida / Moshe Tur, Tel Aviv University / Alan Willner, University of Southern California
2. 15:45 - 16:00

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   FW5C.2

   Conservation of Spatiotemporal Orbital Angular Momentum of Light in Nonlinear Frequency Conversion

   Presenter: Guan Gui , University of Colorado

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   The conservation of spatiotemporal orbital angular momentum (ST-OAM) of light is observed in second-harmonic generation for the first time. The space-time topological charge of the fundamental ST-OAM field is doubled along with the optical frequency.Authors: Guan Gui, University of Colorado / Nathan Brooks, University of Colorado / Margaret Murnane, University of Colorado / Henry Kapteyn, University of Colorado / Chen-Ting Liao, University of Colorado
3. 16:00 - 16:15

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   FW5C.3

   Higher-Order Fractal Laser Modes in Fabry-Pérot Resonators Containing Microspheres

   Presenter: Austin Steinforth , University of Illinois

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   Higher-order fractal modes of laser resonators are demonstrated experimentally for the first time. Simulations characterize the fractal behavior of the lowest-loss and higher-order modes of these Fabry-Pérot cavities containing microsphere arrays.Authors: Austin Steinforth, University of Illinois / Gary Eden, University of Illinois
4. 16:15 - 16:30

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   FW5C.4

   (Withdrawn) From Orbital Angular Momentum to Speckle Light Field

   Presenter: Juan Staforelli , Universidad de Concepcion

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   A Laguerre gaussian beam is propagated thought different samples with variable optical densities. Partial component of helical wave-front produce speckles. Simulation and analysis show that the orbital angular momentum (OAM) does not vanish entirely.Authors: Igor Meglinsky, Aston University / Alexander Doronin, Victoria University of Wellington / Nicolas Vera, Universidad de Concepcion / Tatiana Novikova, Institut Polytechnique de Paris / Juan Staforelli, Universidad de Concepcion
5. 16:30 - 16:45

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   FW5C.5

   Experimental Generation of OAM +1 and +3 Spatiotemporal Beams with a Time-Dependent Beam Radius of ~0.24-to-~0.68 mm Using a Coherent Combination of Multiple Frequencies Each Containing Multiple LG Modes

   Presenter: Kaiheng Zou , University of Southern California

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   We experimentally generate OAM +1 and +3 spatiotemporal beams with a time-dependent beam radius oscillating from ~0.24 to ~0.68 mm. The measured OAM modal purity of the generated beam is >~64%.Authors: Kaiheng Zou, University of Southern California / Kai Pang, University of Southern California / Amir Minoofar, University of Southern California / Hao Song, University of Southern California / Maxim Karpov, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne / Murat Yessenov, Unversity of Central Florida / Zhe Zhao, University of Southern California / Xinzhou Su, University of Southern California / Huibin Zhou, University of Southern California / Runzhou Zhang, University of Southern California / Haoqian Song, University of Southern California / Nanzhe Hu, University of Southern California / Tobias Kippenberg, École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne / Ayman Abouraddy, Unversity of Central Florida / Moshe Tur, Tel Aviv University / Alan Willner, University of Southern California
6. 16:45 - 17:00

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   FW5C.6

   Coherent and incoherent contribution of population dynamics of semiconductor exciton-polaritons

   Presenter: Jagannath Paul , National Institute of Standards and Technology

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   Population/mixing-time-dependent two-dimensional coherent spectra are presented for exciton-polaritons in a microcavity. Theory based on dynamically-controlled truncation reveals coherent and incoherent contributions to the decay dynamics.Authors: Jagannath Paul, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Hendrik Rose, Paderborn University / Jared Wahlstrand, National Institute of Standards and Technology / Torsten Meier, Paderborn University / Alan Bristow, West Virginia University

Novel Fiber Optics Devices and Components

1. 15:30 - 16:00

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   FW5D.1

   Advanced Digital Formats for Directly Modulated Lasers Beyond 200 Gb/s

   Presenter: Di Che , Nokia Bell Labs

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   We review our recent research on the 200G directly modulated laser (DML) applicable to the next-gen 800GbE, and share our consideration on the advanced digital formats suitable for future high-speed intensity modulations.Authors: Di Che, Nokia Bell Labs
2. 16:00 - 16:15

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   FW5D.2

   Large Extinction (> 70 dB) RF Notch filter Using Low Brillouin Loss (< 20 dB) With Single Sideband Modulation

   Presenter: VARUN K , Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, IN, academic

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   We present a RF notch filter with >70 dB extinction using single sideband modulation and a small Brillouin loss of <20 dB. A resolution study also performed to demonstrate the effectiveness of the filter.Authors: VARUN K, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, IN, academic / Ravi Pant, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, IN, academic
3. 16:15 - 16:30

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   FW5D.3

   Feedback Control Circuit Implementation in a Fiber Loop SOA-Optical Frequency Comb Generator

   Presenter: Danierick Vinicius Nascimento , UNICAMP

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   A feedback control circuit was designed for amplitude and phase stabilization in a SOA-based recirculating fiber loop optical frequency comb generator. Amplitude and wavelength stabilities were achieved for an OFCG with increased comb line number.Authors: Danierick Vinicius Nascimento, UNICAMP / Aldário Bordonalli, UNICAMP
4. 16:30 - 16:45

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   FW5D.4

   Demonstration of an Orbital Angular Momentum Multiplexer for Ring Core Fiber

   Presenter: Bilas Chowdhury , University of Maryland

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   We report the design, fabrication, and measurement of a crossed-fork Dammann grating that can spatially multiplex modes from 10 fibers into separate, high topological charge OAM modes of a ring-core fiber.Authors: Bilas Chowdhury, University of Maryland / Thomas Murphy, University of Maryland / Kenneth Ritter, Laboratory for Physical Sciences
5. 16:45 - 17:00

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   FW5D.5

   Efficient Holographic Excitation of Modes in Hollow-Core Photonic Crystal Fibre

   Presenter: Ralf Mouthaan , University of Cambridge

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   We present a rigorous method for the efficient holographic excitation of high-purity modes in arbitrary geometry waveguides. The technique is demonstrated using a simplified antiresonant hollow-core photonic crystal fibre.Authors: Ralf Mouthaan, University of Cambridge / Peter Christopher, University of Cambridge / Michael Frosz, Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light / George Gordon, University of Nottingham / Timothy Wilkinson, University of Cambridge / Tijmen Euser, University of Cambridge

Neuromorphic Photonics

1. 15:30 - 16:00

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   FW5E.1

   Spiking Neuron in a Photonic Integrated Circuit

   Presenter: Hsuan-Tung Peng , Princeton University

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   Photonic spiking neurons represent an important class of optical computing. We have fabricated a laser neuron that uses excitable laser dynamics to achieve biologically-inspired spiking behavior, and demonstrated its compatibility for larger scale system integration.Authors: Hsuan-Tung Peng, Princeton University / Thomas Ferreira de Lima, Princeton University / Mitchell Nahmias, Luminous Computing / Alexander Tait, Queen’s University / Chaoran Huang, The Chinese University of Hong Kong / Bhavin Shastri, Queen’s University
2. 16:00 - 16:15

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   FW5E.2

   Phase-Retrieval Coherent Detection with On-Chip Photonic Linear Processing

   Presenter: Mitsumasa Nakajima , NTT Corp.

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   We propose phase-retrieval coherent detection with hybrid optical and digital signal processing. By using an on-chip photonic convolutional processor and digital postprocessing, 20-GBaud QPSK signals were recovered from intensity-only measurement.Authors: Mitsumasa Nakajima, NTT Corp. / Toshikazu Hashimoto, NTT Corp.
3. 16:15 - 16:30

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   FW5E.3

   Universal Optics with Programmable Multimode Interference

   Presenter: Hugo Larocque , Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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   We show that multimode interference programmable optics benefit from the simple algorithmic construction and length scaling of state-of-the-art programmable photonic circuits, while featuring orders of magnitude reductions in width and losses.Authors: Hugo Larocque, Massachusetts Institute of Technology / Dirk Englund, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Quantum Science II

1. 15:30 - 15:45

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   LW5F.1

   Bright Single-Photon Emitting Diodes Based on the Silicon-Vacancy Center in AlN/Diamond Heterostructures

   Presenter: Dmitry Fedyanin , Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology

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   Laser Science

   We propose and numerically demonstrate a concept of a single-photon emitting diode based on a color center in a nanoscale AlN/diamond heterojunction device, which gives the possibility to generate up to 4x107 photons per second at room temperature.Authors: Igor Khramtsov, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology / Dmitry Fedyanin, Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology
2. 15:45 - 16:15

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   LW5F.2

   Spin Coherence and Control of Shallow Donors in Bulk ZnO and Single ZnO Nanowires

   Presenter: Kai-Mei Fu , University of Washington

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   Invited Laser Science

   In direct band-gap semiconductors, the donor-bound exciton links the donor electron spin and photon. Here we demonstrate high optical homogeneity and coherent population trapping of donor spins in bulk and single ZnO nanowires.Authors: Kai-Mei Fu, University of Washington
3. 16:15 - 16:30

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   LW5F.3

   Genuine High-Dimensional Quantum Steering

   Presenter: Vatshal Srivastav , Heriot-Watt University

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   Laser Science

   We theoretically formalise and experimentally demonstrate a notion of genuine high-dimensional quantum nonlocal steering. We demonstrate steering with a record local dimension of 15 in a 31-dimensional space.Authors: Vatshal Srivastav, Heriot-Watt University / Natalia Valencia, Heriot-Watt University / Will McCutcheon, Heriot-Watt University / Sébastien Designolle, University of Geneva / Roope Uola, University of Geneva / Nicolas Brunner, University of Geneva / Mehul Malik, Heriot-Watt University
4. 16:30 - 17:00

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   LW5F.4

   Advances in Trapped Ion Quantum Computing

   Presenter: Jungsang Kim , IonQ Inc

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   Invited Laser Science

   In this talk, I will discuss the advances in commercial quantum computing enabled by trapped ion technology, and the technological prospect of scaling the performance of these systems for commercially viable applications.Authors: Jungsang Kim, IonQ Inc

Machine Learning for Extreme Measurements

1. 17:30 - 18:00

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   FW6A.1

   Denoising as a Building Block: Theory and Applications

   Presenter: Peyman Milanfar , Google Research

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   Abstract not available.Authors: Peyman Milanfar, Google Research
2. 18:00 - 18:30

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   FW6A.2

   Beyond the First Portrait of a Black Hole

   Presenter: Katie Bouman , California Institute of Technology

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   This talk will discuss how we are building upon recent advances in ML to achieve more efficient uncertainty quantification as well as to develop techniques to extract the evolving structure of a black hole.Authors: Katie Bouman, California Institute of Technology
3. 18:30 - 19:00

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   FW6A.3

   Advancing Photonic Design and Quantum Measurements with Machine Learning

   Presenter: Alexandra Boltasseva , Purdue University

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   In this talk, photonic design approaches will be discussed showcasing machine-learning-assisted topology optimization for thermophotovoltaic metasurface designs and machine-learning-enabled quantum optical measurements.Authors: Alexandra Boltasseva, Purdue University

Advanced SiN Photonics

1. 17:30 - 18:00

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   FW6B.1

   Heterogeneous integration with SiN_x

   Presenter: Amy Foster , Johns Hopkins University

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   Exploiting the heterogeneous multilayer SiNx/a-Si:H platform, high nonlinearity a-Si:H microring resonators and waveguides are tightly integrated with low-loss SiNx waveguides and filters for applications including wavelength converters and quantum sources.Authors: Amy Foster, Johns Hopkins University
2. 18:00 - 18:15

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   FW6B.2

   Low Loss, Low Power, Silicon Nitride PZT Stress-optic Microresonator Modulator for Control Functions

   Presenter: Jiawei Wang , University of California Santa Barbara

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   We demonstrate a PZT Si3N4 ring-modulator with 0.03 dB/cm loss, 7.1 million Q and 20 nW power consumption. For feedback control, ER = 14 dB, VπLα = 1.3 VdB, 1.6 pm/V tuning, DC-20 MHz bandwidth is measured.Authors: Jiawei Wang, University of California Santa Barbara / Qiancheng Zhao, University of California Santa Barbara / Ryan Rudy, U.S. Army Research Laboratory / Daniel Blumenthal, University of California Santa Barbara
3. 18:15 - 18:30

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   FW6B.3

   High-Speed, Cryogenically Compatible, and Visible-Wavelength Photonic Circuits in a 200 mm CMOS Architecture

   Presenter: Mark Dong , The MITRE Corporation

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   We introduce a 200 mm CMOS-compatible integrated photonics platform that uses aluminum nitride piezo-actuators coupled to silicon nitride waveguides, enabling strain-based phase modulation rates greater than 100 MHz in the visible-NIR wavelengths.Authors: Mark Dong, The MITRE Corporation / Genevieve Clark, The MITRE Corporation / Andrew Leenheer, Sandia National Laboratories / Matthew Zimmermann, The MITRE Corporation / Daniel Dominguez, Sandia National Laboratories / Adrian Menssen, MIT / David Heim, The MITRE Corporation / Gerald Gilbert, The MITRE Corporation / Dirk Englund, MIT / Matt Eichenfield, Sandia National Laboratories
4. 18:30 - 18:45

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   FW6B.4

   8x8 Programmable Many-mode Interferometer Operating with Visible-wavelength Piezo-Cantilever Modulators

   Presenter: Mark Dong , The MITRE Corporation

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   We report a visible-wavelength, programmable 8x8 many-mode interferometer based on silicon nitride waveguides and piezo-cantilever optical phase-shifters with sub 1-μs response times to address applications in photonics and quantum technologies.Authors: Mark Dong, The MITRE Corporation / Andrew Leenheer, Sandia National Laboratories / Matthew Zimmermann, The MITRE Corporation / Genevieve Clark, The MITRE Corporation / David Heim, The MITRE Corporation / Daniel Dominguez, Sandia National Laboratories / Gerald Gilbert, The MITRE Corporation / Dirk Englund, MIT / Matt Eichenfield, Sandia National Laboratories
5. 18:45 - 19:00

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   FW6B.5

   III-V Photodiode Illumination with Bi-layer Silicon Nitride Grating Coupler

   Presenter: Peichuan Yin , Rochester Institute of Technology

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   We present a III-V detector illuminated with a bi-layer silicon nitride grating coupler. A responsivity of 0.233 A/W was obtained, corresponding to a measured fiber-to-detector efficiency of 40%.Authors: Peichuan Yin, Rochester Institute of Technology / Victoria Carey, Phase Sensitive Innovations / Timothy Creazzo, Phase Sensitive Innovations / Peng Yao, Phase Sensitive Innovations / Dennis Prather, Phase Sensitive Innovations / Stefan Preble, Rochester Institute of Technology

Joint Poster Session II