Stefan Willitsch 15/03/2011

Quantum-state control of sympathetically-cooled molecular ions in traps: state of the art and prospects

Stefan Willitsch, Department of Chemistry, University of Basel, Switzerland

In the presentation, we will discuss recent experiments to selectively prepare and control the internal (rotational-vibrational) quantum state of sympathetically-cooled molecular ions in ion traps. Using molecular nitrogen ions as a test system, we present methods to initialize the ions in a specific quantum state, discuss the impact of sympathetic cooling, highlight the factors limiting the lifetimes of the molecular states under typical experimental conditions and explore prospects for applications in the realm of quantum technology.

Fecha: Martes 15 de Marzo 2011
Hora: 12:00
Lugar: Sala de Seminarios CFMAC, Serrano 121 (Instituto de Óptica)