Optically Studying Spin Lifetimes in WSe2/Graphene Heterostructures

Abstract

In early 2017 until late 2018 I worked in the Kawakami group studying 2D materials and heterostructures using optical measurements. This document will discuss the work I did while working in the Kawakami group. It will discuss the experimental methodology and equipment, various contributions I made to the lab, and the WSe2/Graphene study I assisted with in 2018.

The focus of this research was in studying spin dynamics for 2D materials. The work performed involved various supporting tasks and tool development as well as setting up and running experimental measurements within the lab.