We propose to conduct basic research on three-dimensionally integrated silicon nano-membranes involving nano-wires, photonic crystal waveguides and plasmonic structures which provide the building blocks for a myriad of dual-use applications such as optical phased arrays, true-time-delay lines for phased array antenna and biosensors.
Silicon Nano-membranes for Efficient Large Angle Optical Beam Steering
Ultrathin silicon solar microcells for semitransparent, mechanically flexible and microconcentrator module designs 
Dr. Ray Chen's Silicon Nanophotonic Devices and Applications discussion at the 2008 Optical Expo, Dallas Texas 
