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Critical coupling in plasmonic chain for efficient energy trapping

Plasmonic nanoparticles can concentrate electromagnetic energy on the nanometer scale, offering promising applications in diverse fields such as miniaturized photonic circuits or lab-on-chip. An essential prerequisite for these applications is efficient coupling between the nanoparticles and the excitation signal. …

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A decade of scientific collaboration in molecular electronics

The C2N is currently contributing to a long-standing international collaboration through the theoretical modeling expertise of Dr. Yannick Dappe, who recently joined the laboratory. For over a decade, Dr. Yannick Dappe has played a key role in a …

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Integrated TE optical isolator based on magneto-optical perturbation in coupled waveguides

An article published in Scientific Report presents a new concept for a compact, high-performance integrated optical isolator. Photonic integrated circuits (PICs) feature an increasing number of advanced functions and devices to meet key …

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Solar photovoltaics in France (3rd edition) : reality, potential, and challenges

What is the current state of solar photovoltaic development in France ? What role could it play in the country’s future energy mix? This third edition of the Photovoltaic Solar Guide — enriched with numerous fact sheets and prepared by …

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The C2N 2024 activity report has just been published: another year of scientific, technological impact and innovation for the laboratory

In 2024, C2N continued its commitment to pursuing excellence in both fundamental and applied research, driven by a spirit of responsible innovation. Our work, at the intersection of multiple disciplines, addresses the major scientific, technological, and societal challenges of …

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