Welcome to the Plasma Photonics (P2) Team
The P2 Team explores the frontier of plasma physics and optics, focusing on the interactions of intense particle beams and lasers with plasma. Our research bridges high-energy-density science with practical applications, including the development of high-damage-threshold optical components, advanced accelerators, and innovative light sources. We integrate theoretical insights, with cutting-edge computational modeling, and experimental validation to drive innovation in this dynamic field.
Our team is part of the Group for Lasers and Plasmas at IST.
News
23. May 2025
Our structured-light review paper is out on Optica.
14. May 2025
Jorge Vieira gave a Seminar at the Center of Physics and Engineering of Advanced Materials (CeFEMA).
12. May 2025
Our paper on propagation-invariant optical pulses is out on Optics Letters.
9. May 2025
Jorge Vieira gave a Seminar at the EuPRAXIA Virtual Seminar Series.
17. March 2025
Mariana Moreira recieved the John Dawson best PhD thesis award.
3. March 2025
Bhushan Thakhur is on a leave at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory!
16. January 2025
Our paper on proton acceleration using azimuthal pulses is out JPP