Dr Filip Sośnicki from the University of Warsaw has been awarded a Humboldt Research Fellowship for postdoctoral researchers and will continue his research at Paderborn University's Institute of Photonic Quantum Systems (PhoQS) over the next two years. The scholarship honours scientists with above-average qualifications and supports them in their research projects in Germany. Applicants choose their project and host themselves. "We have known Filip as an excellent young researcher since his doctorate and are proud that he chose our institute for his research visit. We are convinced that we will benefit from his new perspective and expertise and at the same time provide Filip with valuable insights into international quantum research," says Professor Dr Christine Silberhorn, spokesperson of PhoQS.
Dr Sośnicki is working on the topic of "On-chip optical pulse shapers made of thin-film lithium niobate for quantum applications". His research at PhoQS is focussed on developing a so-called integrated optical pulse shaper. The systems are already used in classical optics, but the challenge lies in on-chip integration. The intention behind this is to manipulate light on tiny chips in a targeted manner. The aim is to use the technology in quantum communication, for example for secure quantum key distribution.
"The PhoQS offers me an excellent working environment, as it combines the recognised expertise of Christine Silberhorn's group in the field of integrated quantum optics with state-of-the-art facilities such as a newly established clean room equipped with all the state-of-the-art infrastructure required for the production of photonic chips. In addition, the interdisciplinary research environment of the institute offers me a great opportunity to collaborate with other high calibre researchers in the fields of quantum photonics and to contribute directly to other research projects."
Professor Silberhorn heads the "Integrated Quantum Optics" working group at Paderborn University, in which novel optical devices and methods are developed and investigated with a view to applications in quantum information processing and quantum communication.
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