Optics

James K. Thompson describes how photons repeatedly reflected inside an optical cavity can couple laser-cooled atoms. These collective interactions provide tools for both simulating many-body systems and improving precision measurements. The seminar examines ways to shape the coupling, including exchange and XYZ interactions, interactions involving three or four particles, dissipative processes and protection of coherence through a many-body energy gap. Applications include studying time-dependent phases of superconductors, increasing the sensitivity of matter-wave interferometers and advancing optical clocks. The organizer provides both an Ann Arbor venue and an online attendance option.

James K. Thompson describes how photons repeatedly reflected inside an optical cavity can couple laser-cooled atoms. These collective interactions provide tools for both simulating many-body systems and improving precision measurements. The seminar examines ways to shape the coupling, including exchange and XYZ interactions, interactions involving three or four particles, dissipative processes and protection of coherence through a many-body energy gap. Applications include studying time-dependent phases of superconductors, increasing the sensitivity of matter-wave interferometers and advancing optical clocks. The organizer provides both an Ann Arbor venue and an online attendance option.

Develop optical systems for biofabrication at ETH Zurich’s Institute for Biomechanics. The researcher will design and build optical and beam-shaping systems, study the interaction of structured light with photosensitive polymers, and collaborate with bioengineers, chemists and biologists on scaffolds for regenerative medicine. This full-time postdoctoral position is funded for 1.5 years. The current vacancy accepts online applications without a stated closing date; provide a CV, publication list and references.