Advances in Matter Wave Optics

The phenomenon of de Broglie waves has transitioned from foundational quantum mechanics experiments to revolutionary advances in matter wave optics, leading us all the way to Bose-Einstein condensates in space. Thus, the time is right to collect insights from leading scientists of this rapidly moving field to provide a comprehensive overview of current trends and breakthroughs. This special issue also allows us to celebrate, on the occasion of his 60th birthday, the many scientific achievements of Ernst Maria Rasel, a pioneer in this field.

This special issue aims to explore the experimental and theoretical developments, as well as the wide-ranging applications of matter wave physics, reflecting on their evolution from an illustration of wave-particle dualism to providing the basis of several novel and sophisticated disciplines of optics. These include but are not limited to coherent optics, non-linear optics, quantum atom optics, and matter wave interferometry, all contributing significantly to precision measurements.

Moreover, this special issue incorporates discussions on emerging hot topics by fostering a rich exchange of ideas and discoveries, encouraging a deeper understanding of matter wave optics and inspiring continued innovation in this captivating domain. We are convinced that the capacity to tailor matter waves, thus generating intricate matter-wave forms, holds immense promise for the future and will sustain the field’s pace over the coming decade.

Topics covered include, but are not limited to:

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Guest Editors

Nicholas P. Bigelow (Rochester)

Naceur Gaaloul (Hannover)

William D. Phillips (College Park)

Wolfgang P. Schleich (Ulm) and Dennis Schlippert (Hannover)

Ekta Bhatia, SUNY Albany