Jeremy Munday

Dr. Jeremy Munday is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of California, Davis. His research focuses on engineering fundamental light-matter interactions to advance quantum technologies and clean energy solutions. He leads the Munday Group, which explores novel photonic, plasmonic, and quantum materials for breakthroughs in energy generation and extraction. Key areas include Casimir force control, thermophotovoltaics, and high-temperature optical systems.

Dr. Munday's academic background includes a strong foundation in both physics and engineering, enabling interdisciplinary research at the intersection of quantum phenomena and applied energy technologies. His work emphasizes practical applications such as radiative cooling, solar energy systems, and optoelectronic devices.

Recent articles highlight advancements in Casimir force manipulation, thermal emitter optimization, and smart optoelectronic materials. His research trends emphasize nanoscale material design, energy harvesting mechanisms, and quantum-enabled technologies. Notable projects include developing epsilon-near-zero substrates for plasmonic devices and exploring hydride materials for dynamic optical switching.

He has been awarded grants such as the NSF CAREER Award for integrated research and education on hot carrier effects in plasmonics. His lab collaborates on cutting-edge projects like interstellar solar sailing and high-temperature thermophotovoltaic systems.

Labs/Teams: The Munday Group at UC Davis focuses on experimental and theoretical studies of quantum optomechanics, energy materials, and advanced photonics. Ongoing initiatives include developing tunable optical materials and exploring novel semiconductor alloys for solar applications.