Quantum Recommendation on book about light-matter interaction

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The discussion centers on finding a comprehensive book that covers light-matter interactions, particularly focusing on photoluminescent materials like phosphor powders. Key topics of interest include the mechanisms of scattering, absorption, and emission in materials, the factors influencing these properties, and the relationship between microscopic and macroscopic scattering and absorption cross-sections. Participants suggest various resources but note that some recommendations may not align with the original request, emphasizing the need for material-focused content rather than quantum electrodynamics. The original poster expresses a desire for books that include strong sections on fluorescence mechanisms and acknowledges the difficulty in editing their initial query.
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Hello.

I'm looking for a good book that explains light matter interaction comprehensively and specifically addresses photoluminescent materials (such as phosphor powders).

I wanted this reference to get detailed answers to, e.g.:
  • what is the mechanism of scattering, absorption and emission in materials?
  • what factors influence these properties?
  • how do the microscopic scattering and absorption cross-sections relate to their macroscopic counterparts?
Thank you for any suggestion you may have!
 
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Unfortunately, I don't think your suggestion deals with the topics the OP is interested in. The book by Weiner and Ho deals essentially with QED and interactions of light with atoms, not materials.
 
Greg Bernhardt said:

I will check it out, thanks.

DrClaude said:
Unfortunately, I don't think your suggestion deals with the topics the OP is interested in. The book by Weiner and Ho deals essentially with QED and interactions of light with atoms, not materials.

Although I would ideally want the book to address the treatment of the interaction of light with the bulk material (or at least a connection to it), any good book that has a strong section dealing with the mechanisms of fluorescence is also appreciated.

I'll edit my question to reflect this; thanks for pointing it out.

EDIT: I don't seem to be able to edit thread-starting posts, unfortunately.
 
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