Javier Rivera

Dr. Javier Rivera serves as Dean and Postdoctoral Researcher at the Institute of Photonic Sciences (ICFO). He holds a PhD in Photonics from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (Spain). His research focuses on quantum optics, strong-field physics, and the generation of non-classical light states through intense laser-matter interactions. Key areas include high-harmonic generation, attosecond spectroscopy, and applications in quantum information science.

His work explores the quantum optical properties of light generated in extreme conditions, such as semiconductors and atomic systems, with implications for quantum communication and cryptography. Recent studies emphasize device-independent protocols, entangled photon states, and ultrafast dynamics in solids.

Dr. Rivera's contributions span theoretical frameworks for analyzing quantum states in high-harmonic processes, attosecond measurement techniques, and the design of novel optical cat states. His findings bridge fundamental physics with technological advancements in quantum technologies.