UCF researcher Debashis Chanda is an expert in infrared imaging. Credit: University of Central Florida
Have you heard about UCF researcher Debashis Chanda’s groundbreaking new technique in detecting photons? This technique has the potential to revolutionize technology in the fields of medical imaging, communication systems, scientific research, and security.
Most photon detection techniques have historically relied on changing the modulation of voltage or current amplitudes. However, Chanda has developed a new way to detect photons by modulating the frequency of an oscillating circuit, which could lead to ultra-sensitive photon detection with higher precision and efficiency.
His innovative method uses a special phase-change material (PCM) that changes its form when light touches it, creating an electrical rhythm that remains steady. When a light photon hits the material, it alters the rhythm’s speed, similar to how a person’s voice changes the sound on the radio. Chanda’s recent publication in Advanced Functional Materials further explores and validates this exceptional development.
Chanda’s research is a game changer for long wave infrared (LWIR) detection, which is crucial in astronomy, climate science, materials analysis, and security. The impact of this new technique will open doors to a wide range of applications, such as remote sensing, thermal imaging, and medical diagnostics. The future of photon detection looks brighter than ever before!
