Nanometrology of laser-trapped airborne particles

The project aims to develop an optical nano-scale, a unique new tool for touch-free non-invasive measuring physical and chemical properties of nanoparticles and their agglomerates suspended in air, in the scale domain currently unachievable by other means. The project will contribute to the development of nanoscience and nanotechnology in general by providing a tool for reliable trapping and manipulating of nanoclusters, integrated with non-destructive and non-intervening diagnostic techniques. The project will deliver underpinning knowledge, foremost practical expertise, and prominent training of young researchers to secure Australia's international position among the leaders in the rapidly growing and competitive field of nanotechnology.