Mixing light and matter with complex gauge fields

Quantum fluids of light and electronic matter provide a practical route towards technological applications of collective quantum effects that were previously only possible at extreme conditions. However, progress in harnessing these effects, such as the flow of synchronised particles without resistance, is hindered by the weak interaction of the hybrid light-matter particles with electromagnetic fields. This project aims to engineer artificial fields that can easily control these hybrid particles and their flow in semiconductors at ambient conditions. The outcome of this research will benefit the design of low-energy devices and new quantum technologies based on hybrid light-matter quantum fluids.