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Ferdinand Schmidt-Kaler is a Professor and leads the Cold Ions and Experimental Quantum Information Processing group at the Institute of Physics, Johannes Gutenberg Universität Mainz. His research focuses on leveraging quantum effects in trapped ions for applications in quantum computing, communication, simulation, and enhanced measurement techniques.
- Projects: Quantum computer, Trapped ion quantum thermodynamics, Rydberg states, Cold Thorium ions, Quantum cooperativity, Vortex light fields
- Collaborations: TUM (Technical University of Munich), Universities of Hannover and Siegen, PTB, eleqtron, qudora, Infineon, neQxt GmbH
His team explores experimental quantum information processing using trapped ions, with recent advancements in 3D segmented Paul traps and EU-Chips Act funded initiatives. Current grants include an ERC Synergy Grant (2024) and BMBF funding for the 2025 Quantum Repeater Network.
- Research Areas: Quantum computing, Trapped ions, Quantum cooperativity, Vortex light fields, Thorium-based quantum systems
Former advisees include PhD graduates like Dr. Thomas Feldker, Dr. Niels Kurz, and Dr. Stefan Ulm. The group actively participates in seminars and events through the Quantum Mainz network.
