Effect of mechanical strain on the optical properties of quantum dots: controlling exciton shape, orientation, and phase with a mechanical strain

Phys. Rev. Lett. 105, 067404 (2010)

This publication contributes to atomistic theory of semiconductor nanostructures and their electronic or optical properties. It emphasizes realistic material, structural, or many-body effects beyond simplified textbook models.

Keywords: atomistic theory, quantum dots

Main result: realistic atomistic modeling is necessary to capture key electronic or optical features of these nanostructures.

PDF: PhysRevLett.105.067404.2010.pdf

DOI: 10.1103/PhysRevLett.105.067404