Dr. Sven Peter Linzen is a quantum physicist and project leader at the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology in Jena, Germany. His research bridges quantum electronics and geoarchaeology , with a focus on superconducting devices and their applications in magnetic field sensing for archaeological investigations. He has led EU flagship projects like 'Quantum E-LEAPS' and participated in Mongolian-German archaeological collaborations since 2009. Key Research Themes: Development of superconducting NbN nanowires and hybrid quantum technologies Quantum metrology standards (Josephson voltage/current effects) Geophysical prospection in wetland environments using SQUID-based systems Archaeological mapping of Mongol Empire sites like Karakorum Material science of ultrathin superconducting films Scientific Leadership: Collaborated with institutions including UC Berkeley (Humboldt Fellowship 2002-2003), D-Wave Systems (2006-2007), and Mongolian research teams. His recent work demonstrates dual quantum effects like AC coherent phase slips in nanowires, while archaeological projects combine quantum sensors with historical investigations.











