For Researchers
To observe the structure and dynamics of molecules and their interactions, advanced experimental and theoretical methods are applied to obtain a detailed understanding of complex quantum systems. Due to the strong interdisciplinary orientation of molecular physics, scientists from other fields, e.g., biology, chemistry as well as mathematicians and computer scientists participate in the research.
The following topics, for example, are investigated within the Molecular Physics Division:
- How does the transition from atom to solids evolve
- From the atom to liquids: searching for an accurate description of intermolecular forces
- Microscopic investigations on biologic relevant molecules
- Cold molecules
- Reaction and energy transfer in molecules and fluids
- Photoionisation
The following experimental techniques, among others, are used:
- Determination of energy-level structures by high resolution spectroscopy
- Time resolved measurement: Femto- and attosecond spectroscopy and atomic-scale imaging
- Theoretical methods to calculate potentials, quantum states, and wavepackets
- Laser microscopy, e.g., single molecule spectroscopy
The network of the division reaches far beyond these exemplary areas and unites several members' and research groups' expertise.
The Molecular Physics Division is a member of the Atomic, Molecular, Quantum Optics and Photonics Section (SAMOP). It is present at the yearly Spring Meetings, discusses current research topics and represents the field of Molecular Physics inside the German Physical Society. Ideas and suggestions for contributions to the conference programme and the Division's work are always welcome.