Abstracts

Towards laser cooling of trapped ions with telecom light

Presenting Author: Steven Olmschenk, Denison University
Contributing Author(s): Patrick Becker, Zach Pewitt

Trapped atomic ions are a leading candidate for applications in quantum information. However, the typical requirement of ultraviolet and/or visible light for laser cooling atomic ions is a challenge that adds to system complexity and may even limit some applications. We present progress towards laser cooling doubly-ionized lanthanum, which should require only infrared, telecom-compatible light. Lanthanum could allow direct interfacing between trapped atoms and telecom light, facilitating the realization of a quantum network. We also present progress towards laser cooling and trapping barium ions for future sympathetic cooling experiments.

(Session 5 : Thursday from 5:00 - 7:00 pm)

 

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