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402-0484-00L 6 Credits DR , MSC D-ITET , D-PHYS

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Experimental and Theoretical Aspects of Quantum Gases

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Tobias Ulrik Donner

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Abstract

Quantum Gases are the most precisely controlled many-body systems in physics. This provides a unique interface between theory and experiment, which allows addressing fundamental concepts and long-standing questions. This course lays the foundation for the understanding of current research in this vibrant field.

Objective

The lecture conveys a basic understanding for the current research on quantum gases. Emphasis will be put on the connection between theory and experimental observation. It will enable students to read and understand publications in this field. Part of the course are also presentations by the students on recent literature.

Content

Cooling and trapping of neutral atoms Bose and Fermi gases Ultracold collisions The Bose-condensed state Elementary excitations Vortices Superfluidity Supersolidity Interference and Correlations Optical lattices Many-body cavity QED

Resources

Lecture Notes

notes and material accompanying the lecture will be provided

Literature

C. J. Pethick and H. Smith, Bose-Einstein condensation in dilute Gases, Cambridge. Proceedings of the Enrico Fermi International School of Physics, Vol. CXL, ed. M. Inguscio, S. Stringari, and C.E. Wieman (IOS Press, Amsterdam, 1999).

Learning Materials (Links)

Main link
Experimental and Theoretical Aspects of Quantum Gases

General Information

Language: English
Levels: DR , MSC
Frequency: Every two years

Examination

Type: session examination
Mode: oral 20 minutes

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture	Experimental and Theoretical Aspects of Quantum Gases	Wed 13:45-15:30 (HPT C 103)	2 h weekly
exercise	Experimental and Theoretical Aspects of Quantum Gases	Tue 16:45-17:30 (HCI D 8)	1 h weekly

Offered In

Physics Master
- Electives
  - Electives: Physics and Mathematics
    - Selection: Quantum Electronics
Doctorate Physics (More Information at: )
- Subject Specialisation (Please note that this is an INCOMPLETE list of courses.)
Quantum Engineering Master
- Electives (This is a selection of courses particularly suitable for the MSc QE. In agreement with the tutor, students may choose other courses from the ETH course catalogue.)