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PHYS-454: Quantum optics and quantum information

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This lecture describes advanced concepts and applications of quantum optics. It emphasizes the connection with ongoing research, and with the fast growing field of quantum technologies. The topics cover some aspects of quantum information processing, quantum sensing and quantum simulation.

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https://edu.epfl.ch/coursebook/en/quantum-optics-and-quantum-information-PHYS-454

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http://go.epfl.ch/PHYS-454

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Lectures in this course (33)

Reminders on two-level systems

Covers the basics of two-level systems, including states, operators, and the Bloch Sphere.

Harmonic Oscillators: Definitions and Dynamics

Covers the definitions and dynamics of harmonic oscillators, including ladder operators and coherent states.

Bipartite Systems: Entanglement

Explores bipartite systems, entanglement, density matrices, and pure states in quantum information and optics.

Bipartite systems - Entanglement

Covers the concept of entanglement in bipartite systems, focusing on entropy and Schmidt decomposition.

Quantum Measurements

Explores projective quantum measurements, system-meter formulation, observable outcomes, and coupling between systems and meters.

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