Research
The multiannual research programme focuses on realistic (open) quantum systems. Detailed description of open systems dynamics can generate schemes to control many-body quantum systems, from which technological solutions can emerge. Starting from ab-initio description and the possibility to probe ultrafast phenomena such as light-matter interaction and wave packet dynamics, the various projects will lead to the development of tools beyond the state-of-the-art to describe quantum interactions and quantum dynamics of open systems. The description will be pushed to the macroscopic limit, to probe if quantum coherence can survive there. The programme aims to enable the understanding of fundamental phenomena defining material functions, including materials for single-photon emitters and topological qubits. QUANCOM aims to bring significant theoretical advances to describe and preserve quantum dynamics through time and space scales. Understanding the complexity of dynamics can result into new quantum algorithms, relevant for quantum computing and quantum sensing.
Each doctoral candidate of this Doctoral Training Unit (DTU) will be exposed to a full set of skills to address challenges in quantum science and technology. The DTU will provide a broad training spanned across fundamental theory, computational tools, and experimental applications.
See the list of specific courses on the doctoral programme.