# Probing Anderson localization of light via decay rate statistics

Abstract : We have studied the distribution of resonant widths $P (\Gamma)$ in one-, two- and three dimensional multiple light scattering systems. $P (\Gamma)$ should follow a universal power law $P (\Gamma) \sim \Gamma^{-1}$ in the localized regime as confirmed by extensive numerical calculations. This behavior can be interpreted as an unambiguous signature of exponential Anderson localization of light in open systems.
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F. A. Pinheiro, M. Rusek, A. Orlowski, B. A. van Tiggelen. Probing Anderson localization of light via decay rate statistics. Physical Review E : Statistical, Nonlinear, and Soft Matter Physics, American Physical Society, 2004, 69, pp.026606. ⟨hal-00132166⟩

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