A compact and stable laser system to manipulate atoms to realize a continuously operating superradiant laser

Location: University of Amsterdam, The Netherlands Contact person: Prof. Florian Schreck and Dr. Francesca Famà Group website: iqClock.eu Lab tour video,Quantum Science Seminar talk describing project

Description: Design and construction of a compact optical system aimed at providing beams for: transversal cooling of atoms, pumping sequence and lock of a superradiant laser and cavity. The task is flexible and adaptable to the student, with the possibility to concentrate more on different aspects. Tasks are design of the laser beam distribution system (using programs like Solidworks), construction of injection-locked diode lasers with 461nm/689nm/707nm ​wavelength (with related electronics), data analysis with Python/Matlab.

Prerequisite knowledge: Enthusiasm and curiosity about research. Any previous experience with optics/electronics is welcome.
Internship period and planned duration:Flexible start (from April 2022), duration 5 – 6 months