Objective In the realm of quantum physics dissipation plays a crucial role as it takes place every time a measurement is performed. Indeed the measurement process, while inducing decoherence, provides the coupling between the quantum system and the (classical) environment, allowing energy exchange. Therefore dissipation and decoherence share the same physical origin and they can often be treated as two sides of same coin. The complete understanding of these processes is still missing and one of the most important questions of modern physics. By exploiting the novel technique of electron scanning microscopy on cold atomic samples the IEF project will provide extensive insights and a complete view on dissipation in quantum systems.This main goal will be achieved by engineering a local dissipative potential for a trapped Bose-Einstein condensate. An electronic beam on a trapped BEC will ionize the atoms by electron impact ionization or excite them. The impact between the electrons and the atoms will cause the lost of coherence and the escaping of the latter from the trapping potential.The researcher is an expert in ultracold bosonic mixtures and the investigations that are the objective of this proposal will allow him to acquire excellent expertise in the pioneering research method of electron scanning microscopy on cold atoms, in which the host is the worldwide leader. The observation of fundamental phenomena, such as the quantum-Zeno effect, the onset of topological excitations, the formation of pattern and chaotic dynamics will help the researcher to obtain scientific maturity and to become a specialist regarding dissipation in quantum gases. This, in combination with the complementary training, will make the IEF project consolidate the fellow’s long-term aim to reach an independent position at a university or research institution in Europe. Fields of science natural sciencesphysical sciencesquantum physicsnatural sciencesphysical sciencesopticsmicroscopynatural sciencesphysical sciencescondensed matter physicsquantum gasesnatural sciencesphysical sciencescondensed matter physicsbose-einstein condensates Programme(s) FP7-PEOPLE - Specific programme "People" implementing the Seventh Framework Programme of the European Community for research, technological development and demonstration activities (2007 to 2013) Topic(s) FP7-PEOPLE-2010-IEF - Marie-Curie Action: "Intra-European fellowships for career development" Call for proposal FP7-PEOPLE-2010-IEF See other projects for this call Funding Scheme MC-IEF - Intra-European Fellowships (IEF) Coordinator RHEINLAND-PFALZISCHE TECHNISCHE UNIVERSITAT EU contribution € 162 242,40 Address GOTTLIEB DAIMLER STRASSE 67663 Kaiserslautern Germany See on map Region Rheinland-Pfalz Rheinhessen-Pfalz Kaiserslautern, Kreisfreie Stadt Activity type Higher or Secondary Education Establishments Administrative Contact Berthold Klein (Mr.) Links Contact the organisation Opens in new window Website Opens in new window Total cost No data
