The team of the nonlinear optics group in Jena.
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The Abbe Center of Photonics cross-links the research activities of its principal and visiting scientists together with around 300 doctoral and more than 150 Master's degree students
The team of the nonlinear optics group in Jena.
Image: Jan-Peter Kasper (University of Jena)

Abbe Center of Photonics

Front facet of the ACP building in 2019.

Front facet of the ACP building in 2019.

Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)

The Abbe Center of Photonics (ACP) is the leading academic hub for optics, photonics, and quantum technology at Friedrich Schiller University Jena de. Research is conducted in joint cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute JenaExternal link, the Helmholtz Institute JenaExternal link, the Leibniz Institute of Photonic TechnologyExternal link, and the Deutsches Optisches Museum (D.O.M.)External link. ACP brings together several institutes, over 60 research groups, and more than 300 state-of-the-art laboratories. It is recognized as one of the premier European centers for research and training in these fields, with a strong focus on knowledge transfer and innovation. ACP also plays a key role in the education of early-career scientists through its integrated Abbe School of Photonics. The center maintains close ties with local industry partners and the international scientific community.

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    Within the new JENAiNNOVATION transfer center, we are announcing a very special position for a dedicated transfer scout at the interface science-innovation-business management. This position is directly embedded in the research environment of our ACP.
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Testimonials

  • Prof. Dr. Federico Capasso
    Image: Jan-Peter Kasper (University of Jena)
    "I have seen many places worldwide: the Abbe Center is really a world-class operation, that’s for sure."

    Prof. Dr. Federico Capasso, Harvard School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA

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