Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Terahertz Quantum Sensing
Agreement Number:
1025838
Agreement Value:
$966,075.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 13, 2025 - Mar 31, 2028
Description:
The main goal of the Project is to develop a room-temperature detection technology for deep-infrared terahertz (THz) radiation with single-photon level sensitivity. This technological advancement will unlock novel quantum optical applications within this unexploited region of the electromagnetic spectrum. This collaboration is led by Jean-Michel Ménard, (UOttawa), Prof. François Blanchard, (ÉTS), NRC Researcher Dr. Angela Gamouras, and TERAXION., a manufacturer of optical components and lasers. The Parties comprise a complementary expertise in optical techniques that will support the demonstration of sensitive THz detectors from the scientific, technical, commercialization and marketing standpoint. The Project will seek to develop a new generation of THz detection devices relying on innovative experimental techniques recently demonstrated in Profs Ménard and Blanchard’s labs. Upon completion of the Project, the team will have demonstrated a compact stand-alone prototype for sensitive THz detection primarily constructed from established optical components that operate in the visible region, made useful for THz detection through photon frequency conversion techniques. TERAXION will be involved in all stages of the Project and will provide custom-designed optical components that are crucial to perform tests, optimization, and demonstration of the final design.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
In the short term, anticipated outcomes will be strengthened collaborations across industry, academia, and government to support research excellence. In the medium term, anticipated outcomes will be the development of new and potentially disruptive technologies with collaborators. In the long term, find collaborative solutions to public policy challenges and create stronger innovation systems.
Location:
Quebec, Quebec, CA G1P 4S8
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q4-1025838
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
143494524
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Teraxion Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Québec Centre
Federal Riding Number:
24059
Program:
Collaborative Science, Technology and Innovation Program - Collaborative R&D Initiatives
Program Purpose:
Collaborate on multiparty research and development programs to catalyze transformative, high-risk, high-reward research with the potential for game-changing scientific discoveries and technological breakthroughs in priority areas.
NAICS Code:
541710