Welcome to the website of the Theory Division
The MPL Theory Division, led by Florian Marquardt, deals with both the quantum and classical dynamics of systems relevant for modern optics research, especially at the interface between nanophysics and quantum optics. Topics include the theory of optomechanics, neural networks and machine learning for physics, quantum optics in superconducting circuits, transport in photonic systems, fundamental questions of quantum many-body theory, nonequilibrium nonlinear dynamics, and decoherence. The group applies a variety of approaches, ranging from analytical studies to numerical simulations.
Our independent theory research group led by Mario Krenn (founded in September 2021), investigates how new artificial intelligence (AI) can make conceptual advances in physics, particularly quantum physics and quantum optics. Read more here.
Our independent theory research group dedicated to non-Hermitian topological phenomena, led by Flore Kunst, started in November 2021. Read more here.
We are part of the following research networks:
Contact
For all general inquiries, please contact us at:
Marquardt Division
Max Planck Institute for the Science of Light
Staudtstr. 2
D-91058 Erlangen, Germany
florian.marquardt@mpl.mpg.de
gesine.murphy@mpl.mpg.de
Tel: +49-9131-7133-401
Fax: +49-9131-7133-409
The Max Planck Institute is located right next to the Science Campus of the Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen-Nuremberg, on its northern edge. See the information page on how to find us.
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Current issue: Newsletter No 16 - February 2021
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