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T. Mullins is a Researcher at DESY's Photon Science division within the Center for Free-Electron Laser Science (CFEL), a joint initiative of DESY, the Max Planck Society, and the University of Hamburg. Their work focuses on developing and applying advanced laser techniques to observe and control molecular dynamics on ultrafast timescales.
Research interests include:
- Ultrafast Molecular Dynamics
- Molecular Alignment and Orientation
- Rotational Dynamics of Molecules
- Laser Physics and Control
- Molecular Imaging Techniques
- Photodissociation Dynamics
- Quantum Control of Molecular Systems
- Field-Free Alignment of Asymmetric Molecules
Mullins' publications reveal a strong focus on creating molecular movies of ultrafast processes, particularly rotational dynamics and 3D alignment of molecules using shaped laser pulses. Their work bridges experimental physics with quantum mechanical understanding of molecular behavior on femtosecond timescales, contributing significantly to the field of molecular frame imaging.
Key publications in Nature Communications demonstrate expertise in recording high-fidelity molecular movies over complete rotational periods and achieving strong three-dimensional alignment of complex asymmetric molecules like indole. This research enables unprecedented observation of molecular structure and dynamics in the molecular frame.
Mullins collaborates extensively with researchers across the CFEL community, including prominent scientists like Jochen Küpper, Robert Moshammer, and Artem Rudenko, contributing to DESY's leadership in ultrafast science and free-electron laser research.
