  We demonstrate single-mode lasing at telecommunication wavelengths from a
circular nanocavity employing a radial Bragg reflector. Ultra-small modal
volume and Sub milliwatt pump threshold level are observed for lasers with
InGaAsP quantum well active membrane. The electromagnetic field is shown to be
tightly confined within the 300nm central pillar of the cavity. The quality
factors of the resonator modal fields are estimated to be on the order of a few
thousands.

Optics