{"links":{"self":"http://dataportal.arc.gov.au/NCGP/API/grants/DE260100219"},"data":{"type":"grant-details","id":"DE260100219","attributes":{"code":"DE260100219","administering-organisation":"The Australian National University","announcement-administering-organisation":"The Australian National University","scheme-name":"Discovery Early Career Researcher Award","grant-status":"Active","funding-commencement-year":2026,"years-funded":3,"project-start-date":"2026-01-01","anticipated-end-date":"2028-12-31","grant-summary":"Engineering Interlayer Biexcitons in Atomically Thin Heterobilayers . This project aims to advance high-temperature superfluidity and quantum photonics by exploring and controlling emerging interlayer biexcitons in atomically thin heterobilayers. By revealing the complex many-body interactions and anisotropic dynamics of these dipolar quasiparticles, the research fills critical knowledge gaps and enhances the understanding of interlayer biexcitons. Expected outcomes include highly tunable biexciton behaviour and refined fundamental theories, paving the way for on-demand, flexible quantum light sources and ultra-fast electronics. These breakthroughs unlock new possibilities for next-generation technologies, drive industrial innovation, and expand the frontiers of quantum materials science.","funding-current":528317.00,"funding-at-announcement":524078,"investigators-current":[{"title":"Dr","firstName":"Xueqian","familyName":"Sun","roleName":"Discovery Early Career Researcher Award","roleCode":"DECRA","isFellowship":true,"orcidIdentifier":"0000-0002-0165-0481 "}],"investigators-at-announcement":[{"title":"Dr","firstName":"Xueqian","familyName":"Sun","roleName":"Discovery Early Career Researcher Award","roleCode":"DECRA","isFellowship":true,"orcidIdentifier":"0000-0002-0165-0481 "}],"organisations-current":[{"organisationName":"The Australian National University","roleName":"Administering Organisation","state":"ACT"}],"organisations-at-announcement":[{"organisationName":"The Australian National University","roleName":"Administering Organisation","state":"ACT"}],"field-of-research":[{"isPrimary":true,"code":"4018","name":"Nanotechnology","type":"FOR20"},{"isPrimary":false,"code":"401807","name":"Nanomaterials","type":"FOR20"},{"isPrimary":false,"code":"401899","name":"Nanotechnology Not Elsewhere Classified","type":"FOR20"}],"socio-economic-objective":[{"code":"240403","name":"Integrated Circuits and Devices","type":"SEO20"},{"code":"240404","name":"Integrated Systems","type":"SEO20"},{"code":"280120","name":"Expanding Knowledge In the Physical Sciences","type":"SEO20"}],"international-collaboration":["Germany","Singapore"],"lief-register":[],"achievement-summary":null,"national-interest-test-statement":"Australia is dedicated to being a global leader in critical areas like smart sensing and quantum communication technologies, where fast electronics and high-quality light sources are essential. Interlayer biexcitons in atomically thin heterostructures offer a pathway to develop low-energy electronics, compact photonic circuits, and lightweight quantum emitters. Advancements in smart devices using emerging nanomaterials address the limitations of traditional bulk semiconductors, which consume more energy and often require low temperatures for comparable performance. By advancing our understanding of interlayer biexcitons—studying their behaviour and control mechanisms—this research will optimise and tailor their properties on demand, enabling their integration into practical technologies. This unlocks possibilities for creating flexible, compact, energy-efficient smart devices. The resulting insights could revolutionize quantum technologies, drive advancements in smartphone displays, ultra-sensitive sensors, advanced screens, and wearable photonics, and ensure Australia stays at the forefront of lightweight, portable,next-generation devices. This project will support emerging industries, encourage companies to adopt new materials, and strengthen Australia’s global leadership in smart technology research. The outcomes will reduce energy costs, drive economic growth, attract investment, and foster collaboration in advanced materials and next-generation devices."}}}