This lecture covers the theoretical and conceptual foundations of quantum dynamics in molecular systems. Particular attention is taken to derive and compare quantum and classical approximations which can be used to simulate the dynamics of molecular systems and the reaction rate constant used in chemical kinetics.

The course is for advanced students and covers selected topics from magnetic resonance spectroscopy. This semester, the lecture will introduce and discuss the dynamics of electron-nuclear spin systems and experiments based on hyperfine interactions in electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy and dynamic nuclear polarization (DNP) for sensitivity enhancement in NMR.

The course is designed for advanced students and tackles a broad range of issues in nano-optics that are often not found in elementary textbooks. Applications include quantum optics, opto-electronics, sensing, analytics and biophysics.

The concept of coherence is considered in different contexts with emphasis on magnetic resonance spectroscopy and laser physics. Hilbert space and Liouville space formalisms are introduced and dissipative processes (relaxation and decoherence) are included.

Introduction to statistical mechanics and thermodynamics. Prediction of thermodynamic and kinetic properties from molecular data. Spin thermodynamics and density operator formalism.

Basic concepts of the construction of instrumentation in physical chemistry. Practical exercises in mechanical manufacturing.

Seminar series covering current developments in Physical Chemistry

Kinetics of chemical and biochemical reactions, inparticular also of katalysed reactions. Surface- and transport-phenomena, characterization of open systems.

Theoretical foundations of magnetic resonance (NMR,EPR) and selected applications.

Theoretical foundations of magnetic resonance (NMR,EPR) and selected applications.

thermal radiation and Planck's law; transition probabilities, rate equations;atomic structure and spectraelectronic, vibrational, and rotational spectroscopy of moleculessymmetry, group theory, and selection rules

Introduction of the basics of signal processing in spectroscopy. Fourier transformation, linear response theory, stochastic signals, digital data processing, Fourier spectroscopy.

Laboratory experiments to acquire a profound knowledge of spectroscopical methods and techniques in chemistry. Evaluation and visualization of measurement data. Writing lab reports.