Christian Ospelkaus

Prof. Dr. Christian Ospelkaus is a Professor at the Institute of Quantum Optics, Leibniz University Hannover. His roles include Chairperson of the Examination Board (Physics), Executive Board member of the Institute of Quantum Optics, and Group Leader for Trapped-Ion Quantum Engineering. His research focuses on quantum computing, precision measurements with antiprotons, and cryogenic Penning trap systems. Key projects include the BASE experiment at CERN for antiproton-proton comparisons and development of scalable trapped-ion quantum processors. He leads efforts in microwave-driven quantum gates, cryogenic control systems, and laser-cooling techniques. Contact: christian.ospelkaus@iqo.uni-hannover.de.

Research interests span quantum logic spectroscopy, trapped-ion qubit control, and cryogenic apparatus design. Collaborations include CERN's antiproton decelerator and advancements in quantum-classical hybrid computations.