Research

Strategic goal

The aim of the CZS Center QPhoton is to combine the innovation potential in photonic and quantum-based technologies at the Jena site with the outstanding expertise in quantum systems in Stuttgart and Ulm to create a quantum photonics competence that is unique in Germany. To this end, the CZS Center QPhoton will exploit synergies and drive technological developments and innovations in quantum photonic technologies in cooperation with non-university partners. This will open up new and developing markets for the benefit of industry and society.

Scientific goal

The scientific goal of the CZS Center QPhoton is to develop a new generation of imaging and sensing technologies based on quantum science. These will enable higher sensitivity and faster data processing. To reach this goal, research is being conducted in four areas of innovation:

1. Sensor technologies for the control of quantum systems:
   Research and development of highly sensitive sensors.
2. Quantum technologies for quantum imaging processes:
   Development of initial applications such as quantum microscopy in the field of life sciences, among others.
3. Quantum-based information processing:
   Development of methods for data and signal processing as well as specific photonic hardware for use in quantum computing.
4. Photonic systems for quantum control and information processing
   Design and integration of holistic photonic systems

Infrastructure

At all three locations of the CZS Center QPhoton an excellent research infrastructure is available, which is the basis of its strength in fundamental research and innovation. It is characterized by unique and complementary facilities for photonic integration technologies, nanofabrication and free form optics in Jena, and the quantum sensing and quantum computing infrastructure and expertise in Stuttgart and in Ulm. State-of-the-art research infrastructure is available at the Center for Applied Quantum Technology (ZAQant) in Stuttgart, and the Center for Bio and Quantum Science (ZQB) in Ulm. Both are equipped with high-precision and laser laboratories, clean rooms, physical, and chemical laboratories.