Thomas Schönau

Thomas Schönau is a Researcher at the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology within the Quantum Systems department. His work focuses on advancing superconducting sensor technologies for precision magnetic field measurements.

• Quantum Systems Department
• Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology

Research Interests: Schönau specializes in SQUID-based technologies, magnetometry, and cryogenic current comparators. His research addresses noise reduction, field stability, and sensor optimization for applications in particle physics and geophysics.

Recent Publications: His 2025 work on optically pumped vector magnetometers demonstrates unshielded ultrasensitive measurements. 2024 studies focus on high-inductance CCCs for beamline diagnostics, achieving sub-pA noise levels. Earlier works (2021-2017) cover SQIF-based sensors, flux trapping analysis, and nanoSQUID development.

Technical Contributions: Schönau has pioneered innovations in:

• Background field-tolerant sensors
• Coreless SQUID comparators
• Submicron Josephson junctions
• Mobile magnetometry systems