Manipulating Quantum Systems: An Assessment of Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics in the United States (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780309499514)

The field of atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) science underpins many technologies and continues to progress at an exciting pace for both scientific discoveries and technological innovations. AMO physics studies the fundamental building blocks of functioning matter to help advance the understanding of the universe. It is a foundational discipline within the physical sciences, relating to atoms and their constituents, to molecules, and to light at the quantum level. AMO physics combines fundamental research with practical application, coupling fundamental scientific discovery to rapidly evolving technological advances, innovation and commercialization. Due to the wide-reaching intellectual, societal, and economical impact of AMO, it is important to review recent advances and future opportunities in AMO physics.

Manipulating Quantum Systems: An Assessment of Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics in the United States assesses opportunities in AMO science and technology over the coming decade. Key topics in this report include tools made of light; emerging phenomena from few- to many-body systems; the foundations of quantum information science and technologies; quantum dynamics in the time and frequency domains; precision and the nature of the universe, and the broader impact of AMO science.

Author: National Academies of Sciences Engineeri,Division on Engineering and Physical Sci,Board on Physics and Astronomy
ISBN-10: 0309499518
ISBN-13: 9780309499514
Publisher: National Academies Press
Language: English
Published: 10/14/2020
Pages: 314
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.58lbs
Size: 9.90h x 7.00w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 04/01/2021