PhD Position in theorerical physics: Quantum Control and Non-Classical States in Optically Trapped Particles

We open a PhD position in our group at the Université de Bordeaux and CNRS.

Motivation:
Optically trapped particles, isolated from environmental noise by the optical potential, offer an unparalleled platform to explore quantum behavior at mesoscopic scales. Their weak coupling to the environment and precise optical control make them ideal for investigating fundamental quantum phenomena and developing quantum technologies.

Recent Advances:
Recent experiments have demonstrated feedback cooling to the quantum ground state, generation of squeezed states, and coherent control of levitated nanoparticles, paving the way for macroscopic quantum systems.

Proposal:
This PhD project is centered on theoretically investigation of protocols for the detection and manipulation of optically trapped particles in the quantum limit. We will focus on feedback methods to enhance quantum coherence, explore non-classical state generation (e.g., squeezed states, Schrödinger cat states) as resources for quantum technologies, and assess their potential for fundamental physics.

For more information do not hesitate to contact directly F. Pistolesi, Fabio.Pistolesi@u-bordeaux.fr. To apply use the link given above.