Ilamaran Sivarajah

Feature Writer

Ph.D Physics

Ilamaran Sivarajah is an experimental atomic/molecular/optical physicist by training who works at the interface of quantum technology and business development.

Articles from Ilamaran

What is Photothermal Spectroscopy?

A type of optical analytic technique called photothermal spectroscopy is a powerful tool to study heat that is produced as a result of light absorption in a sample that has been exposed to radiation.

14 Feb 2023

AegiQ Develops World’s First Field-Deployable, High-Performance Quantum Light Source

AegiQ, a startup established in the UK, is working on products to facilitate the global adoption of quantum technology on a large scale.

3 Feb 2023

Microscopy and Magnetic Characterization Analyzes London Underground Air Quality

Airborne iron oxide nanoparticles in the London Underground (LU) are the subject of a recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports. The purpose of this study is to characterize the composition, size, and mineralogy of iron-containing particles in the air of the LU, which can be hazardous to the health of commuters frequenting it.

24 Jan 2023

How to Reduce Noise in Satellite Imaging

Many satellite photos are distorted by noise, which lowers the visual quality and inevitably causes processing problems. To reduce this noise, a number of remedies have been put forth utilizing different strategies.

21 Jan 2023

What are Schottky Barrier Photodetectors and Diodes?

Similar to other junction diodes, the Schottky Barrier Diode is a type of semiconductor diode that is employed in many electronic applications requiring low voltage and high current operations.

16 Jan 2023

Lightmatter Propels Photonic Computing with The Envise Platform

Computing based on photons offers a faster and more energy-efficient method to handle the ever-increasing demand for maintaining and manipulating data. The Envise platform, developed by Lightmatter, is positioned to disrupt the photonics computing industry with specialized functionalities to positively impact many sectors.

5 Jan 2023

What Can We Discover with a 3-in-1 Microscope?

A recently conducted study by physicists from TU Delft in the Netherlands has demonstrated a sub-nanometer resolution, cryogenic electron tomography (cryo-ET) capable of in-situ observation of macromolecular complexes.

23 Dec 2022

The Future of Mid-Infrared Studies of Distant Galaxies

A special diagnostic tool for determining the physical conditions in the interstellar medium of galaxies is provided by mid-infrared spectra.

12 Dec 2022

Using a Maxwell Hamiltonian Theory of Matter to Develop Picophotonics

In order to explain the electrodynamic dispersion of the photon field, a team led by Prof. Zubin Jacob at Purdue University developed a Maxwell Hamiltonian theory of matter along with the quantum theory of atomistic polarization.

28 Nov 2022

A Hybrid Solar Lighting Method with Photometric Characteristics for Daylighting

A group of researchers led by Professor Seung-Jin Oh from the Sustainable Technology and Wellness R&D Group, Jeju Division, Korea Institute of Industrial Technology have developed a hybrid solar lighting method for daylighting.

14 Nov 2022

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