Photonic Materials Research Group
Research topics
We are currently conducting several key projects, including three funded by the National Science Centre (NCN), Poland.
OPUS 24
FAPURITE (2023–2026) focuses on enhancing perovskite scintillators through nanophotonic innovations. The project aims to improve the light yield and decay time of these scintillators, which are crucial for ionizing radiation detection in medical imaging and high-energy physics. By leveraging nanophotonics, FAPURITE seeks to reduce costs and position Poland as a global leader in the scintillator market, projected to reach €508 million by 2026.
POLONIEZ BIS 3
PEROLED (2022–2024) investigates new synthesis methods for halide perovskite nanocrystals (CsPbX₃), improving their photoluminescence efficiency and stability in light-emitting devices. The project aims to develop perovskite electroluminescent cells on flexible platforms for wound healing that emit red, green, and blue light, offering potential advancements compared to current therapeutic methods.
MINIATURA 6
PERCONTI (2022–2023) studied the angular distribution of light emission from MAPbI₃-based nanostructures. Through angle-resolved photoluminescence measurements, the project identified bound states in the continuum with great potential for advanced visible light sources due to their high quality factors and large spatial mode sizes.
MINIATURA 8
PolyNCs (2024–2025) focuses on developing lead-free perovskite nanocrystals embedded in a 3D polymer matrix for ionizing radiation detection. The project aims to overcome the fragility of traditional perovskite crystals by optimizing synthesis methods and fully characterizing their optical and scintillation properties, paving the way for efficient, low-cost radiation detectors for medical applications.
In addition, we collaborate with the U.S. company Cintilight on the CINTILIGHT project, which seeks to improve perovskite scintillators in terms of radiation absorption, light yield, and decay time, aiming to outperform commercial scintillators currently used in positron emission tomography (PET).
Intellectual Property
Selected Publications (2024)
W. Ye et al., Nanoplasmonic Purcell Effect in Ultrafast and Bright Perovskite Scintillators, Adv. Mater. 2024, 36, 2309410. Adv. Mater. 2024, 36, 2309410.
F. Maddalena et al., Optimization of Doping Thresholds for Enhanced Scintillation in 2D Hybrid Organic–Inorganic Perovskites, FlatChem 2024, 47, 100701.
M. A. Kuddus et al., Effect of Dual Organic Cations on the Structure and Properties of 2D Hybrid Perovskites as Scintillators, ACS Appl. Mater. Int. 2024, 16, 19, 25529. ACS Appl. Mater. Int. 2024, 16, 19, 25529.
S. Mahato et al., Enhancing Light Emission in MAPbBr₃ Single Crystals for Ultrafast and Bright Cryogenic Scintillators, J. Phys. Chem. Lett. 2024, 15, 14, 3713. J. Phys. Chem. Lett. 2024, 15, 14, 3713.
S. Mahato et al., Surface Engineering of Methylammonium Lead Bromide Single Crystals: A Platform for Fluorescent Security Markers and Photodetector Applications, Adv. Opt. Mater. 2024, 12, 10, 2302257. Adv. Opt. Mater. 2024, 12, 10, 2302257.
Selected Publications (before 2024)
W. Ye et al., Enhanced Detection in Large-Area Scintillators via Photonic Crystal Cavities, ACS Photonics 2022, 9, 12, 3917.
J. Yu et al., Electrical Control of Spontaneous Emission Enhancement in Colloidal Quantum Dots, Sci. Adv. 2019, 5, 10, eaav3140. Sci. Adv. 2019, 5, 10, eaav3140 .
M. D. Birowosuto et al., X-ray Scintillation in Lead Halide Perovskite Crystals, Sci. Rep. 2016, 6, 37254. Sci. Rep. 2016, 6, 37254.
B. Ghollipur et al., Perovskite Metasurfaces Based on Organometallic Compounds, Adv. Mater. 2017, 29, 9, 1604268. Adv. Mater. 2017, 29, 9, 1604268.
M. D. Birowosuto et al., Movable High-Q Nanocavities Realized with Semiconductor Nanowires on a Silicon Photonic Crystal Platform, Nat. Mater. 2014, 13, 279 Nat. Mater. 2014, 13, 279.
Patents (2024)
- L. J. Wong, M. D. Birowosuto et al., Nanoplasmonic-Enhanced Scintillator Kit (U.S. Patent Application).
Patents (before 2024)
M. D. Birowosuto et al., Radiation Detection Device, U.S. Patent, 2023, US11733404B2.
M. D. Birowosuto et al., Electromagnetic Wave Detection Device, International Patent, 2018, WO2018021975A1.
A. Yokoo, M. D. Birowosuto et al., Method of Manufacturing a Photonic Crystal Resonator and Photonic Crystal Resonator, Japanese Patent, 2012, JP5886709B2.
P. Dorenbos, M. D. Birowosuto et al., Lanthanum Iodide/Bromide–Based Scintillator, U.S. Patent, US20100224798.
P. Dorenbos, M. D. Birowosuto et al., Fast High Light-Yield Scintillator, International Patent, 2008, WO2007031583.