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

Advanced Topics in Quantum Optics

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. Dr. Tilman Esslinger

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Last Updated: 2026-06-03 00:14:18

Abstract

In the lecture, current topics and scientific works in the field of quantum optics and quantum science 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 in a panel discussion. Referee reports will be written on certain papers.

Objective

The aim of the lecture is to deepen and broaden the knowledge about current research in the field of quantum optics and quantum science. In addition, it will also be discussed and critically examined how research results are communicated via publications 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. A focus will be on novel concepts in quantum computation and quantum simulation. Topics: - Atoms and ions-based quantum computing - Quantum simulation - Cavity based atom-light interaction - Opto-mechanics - Driven and dissipative quantum systems The interactive part of the lecture will include presentations of recent papers, panel discussions of recent papers and the writing of referee reports.

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	Thu 09:45-11:30 (HPL D 32)	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.)