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402-0442-05L 4 Credits DR , MSC D-ITET , D-PHYS

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Advanced Topics in Quantum Optics

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Tilman Esslinger

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 16:30:04

Abstract

The lecture will cover current topics and papers in the wider field of quantum optics in an interactive format. Several papers will be presented by the students in the style of a journal club. Selected papers will be contrasted and their strengths and weaknesses discussed by the students in panel discussions. Recent papers on arXiv.org will be discussed and referee reports referee reports.

Objective

The aim of the lecture is to deepen and broaden the knowledge about current research in the field of quantum optics. In addition, it will also be discussed and critically examined how research results are communicated via publications and lectures and which techniques are used in the process.

Content

We will select topical fields in quantum optics and quantum science and discuss recently published work. Topics: - Atoms or ions-based quantum computing - Quantum simulation - Opto-mechanics - Driven and dissipative quantum systems - Cavity based atom-light interaction - Topological photonics The interactive part of the lecture will include presentations of recent papers, panel discussions of recent papers and the writing of a critical assessment of an arXiv paper in the style of a referee report.

Resources

Learning Materials (Links)

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Moodle-Kurs / Moodle course

General Information

Language: English
Levels: DR , MSC

Examination

Type: ungraded semester performance

To receive credit points, students must actively participate in class and complete assignments at least four times, covering the following three areas:- Presentation of a recent paper- Panel discussion of recent papers (group work up to 4 students)- Writing a comment on an arXiv paper in the style of a referee report (group work up to 4 students)

Registration & Places

Max Places: 25

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Advanced Topics in Quantum Optics	Mon 09:45-11:30 (HCI H 8.1)	2 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.)