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402-0442-20L 4 Credits DR , MSC D-ITET , D-PHYS

More Advanced Topics in Quantum Optics

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Tilman Esslinger

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Abstract

In the lecture, current topics and scientific work in the field of quantum optics are discussed in an interactive way. Selected foundational papers and recent papers available on arXiv.org are presented by the students in a journal club, and their strengths and weaknesses are discussed by the students in a panel discussion, ideas for research proposals will be developed, presented and discussed.

Objective

The aim of the lecture is to deepen and expand knowledge of current research in the field of quantum optics and to develop own research ideas. Furthermore, we will discuss and critically scrutinise how research results are communicated through publications.

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 - Cavity based atom-light interaction - Opto-mechanics - Driven and dissipative quantum systems - Topological systems The interactive part of the lecture will include presentations of recent papers, panel discussions of recent papers and the writing and presentation of research proposals.

Resources

Learning Materials (Links)

Moodle course
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- Writing and presenting a research proposal

Registration & Places

Max Places: 25

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	More Advanced Topics in Quantum Optics	Thu 09:45-11:30 (HPL D 32)	2 h weekly

Offered In

Physik Master
- Wahlfächer
  - Physikalische und mathematische Wahlfächer
    - Auswahl: Quantenelektronik
Doktorat Physik (Mehr Informationen unter: )
- Vertiefung Fachwissen (Achtung: Die hier angegebene Auswahl an Lehrveranstaltungen ist UNVOLLSTÄNDIG.)
Quantum Engineering Master
- Wahlfächer (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.)