| Description |
Course introduces single-molecule spectroscopy with applications in biology and materials science. Topics covered include basic methods of single-molecule fluorescence, chromophores and experimental design, specific detection modalities, statistical analysis of single-molecule data, extraction of dynamical information from fluctuating molecules, applications in nanomaterials, applications in living cells, new directions and outlook. Primers on essential mathematical and physical concepts will be given in class. This course is intended for advanced undergraduate seniors and graduate students. |