Researcher working on a uantum photon source for entangled photon pairs.
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Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung Center for Quantum Photonics

The first transregional center for quantum photonics at the universities of Jena, Stuttgart and Ulm offers around 50 scientists a cross-disciplinary and cross-location platform for research and exchange.
Researcher working on a uantum photon source for entangled photon pairs.
Image: Fraunhofer IOF
Logo of the CZS Center QPhoton. Logo of the CZS Center QPhoton. Image: Karin Otter, University of Stuttgart

Goals of the CZS Center QPhoton

Technologies from quantum physics such as lasers, magnetic resonance imaging and semiconductors are already shaping our lives today. The potential of quantum technologies in the areas of communication, computing, sensor technology and imaging dominate technological debates about the future. In order to be able to use these potentials, transregional platforms are needed to combine different areas of expertise. Photonics is one of the key technologies in the field of quantum science: Photons serve as sensor elements, data transmitters and quantum systems. 

The interconnection of quantum technologies and photonics forms the foundation of the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung Center QPhoton. By linking the three locations, quantum photonics is advancing from basic research to application. The respective strengths in quantum technologies with atoms, solids, superconducting materials and photons complement each other and also enable the promotion of young scientists in a targeted manner.

The goal is to develop a new generation of imaging and sensor technologies based on quantum science. They should enable higher sensitivities and faster data processing. To this end, research is being conducted across three innovation areas: 

  • Sensor technologies for the control of quantum systems.
    Research and development of highly sensitive sensors
  • Quantum technologies for quantum imaging processes
    Development of initial applications such as quantum microscopy in the field of life sciences, among others. 
  • Quantum-based information processing
    Development of methods for data and signal processing as well as specific photonic hardware for use in quantum computing. 

In addition to research collaborations, the scientists benefit from joint guest lectures, seminars and workshops.Cross-location events and further training opportunities complement the programme.

Image: Jan Potente/Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung
Minister Theresia Bauer (2nd from the right) is handing over the funding cheque to Prof. Dr. Manfred Bischoff (2nd on the left), Prof. Dr. Tilman Pfau (left) und Prof. Dr. Joachim Ankerhold (right). Stuttgart, 2022
Opening ceremony 2022 of the CZS Center QPhoton in Stuttgart/Ulm...
Image: Steffen Walther/Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung
Opening ceremnoy of the national Carl Zeiss Foundation Center for Quantum Photonics. Photo caption: f.l.t.r.: Minister Wolfgang Tiefensee presents the check to Prof. Georg Pohnert und Prof. Andreas Tünnermann.
...and in Jena.

Board of Directors

Prof. Tilman Pfau, University of Stuttgart. Prof. Tilman Pfau, University of Stuttgart. Image: University of Stuttgart

Prof. Tilman PFAU

Executive director CZS Center QPhoton
Email: t.pfau@physik.uni-stuttgart.de
Phone: +49 711 685 68025
www.pi5.uni-stuttgart.de

 

Prof. Joachim Ankerhold, University of Ulm. Prof. Joachim Ankerhold, University of Ulm. Image: University of Ulm

Prof. Joachim ANKERHOLD

Co-director CZS Center QPhoton
Email: joachim.ankerhold@uni-ulm.de
Phone: +49 731 50-22831
www.uni-ulm.de/icq

Prof. Dr. Andreas Tünnermann Prof. Dr. Andreas Tünnermann Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)

Prof. Andreas TÜNNERMANN

Co-director CZS Center QPhoton
Email: andreas.tuennermann@uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641-9-47800
www.acp.uni-jena.de/tuennermann

Carl Zeiss Foundation Logo Carl Zeiss Foundation Logo Image: Carl Zeiss Foundation

The CZS Center CNQN QPhoton is supported by the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung with EUR 12 Mio spanning over the three locations, and from 2022 until 2027.

For more information, please contact qphoton@uni-jena.de

QPhoton Executive Board

The QPhoton Executive Board meets regularly to decide on the strategic measures of the Center, including funding vor internal high-risk seed projects and appointment of junior research group leaders. The Board consists of the three directors plus the following faculty:

Prof. Dr. Jens ANDERS Prof. Dr. Jens ANDERS Image: University of Stuttgart

Prof. Jens ANDERS

Director of the Institute for Smart Sensors Stuttgart
Email: jens.anders@iis.uni-stuttgart.de
Phone: +49 711 685-67250
www.uni-stuttgart.de/anders

Prof. Dr. Stefanie BARZ Prof. Dr. Stefanie BARZ Image: University Stuttgart

Prof. Stefanie BARZ

Director of Center for Integrated Quantum Science and Technology Stuttgart
Email: barz@fmq.uni-stuttgart.de
Phone: +49 711 685 61556
www.barzgroup.de

Stefanie GRÄFE Stefanie GRÄFE Image: Anne Günther (University of Jena)

Prof. Stefanie GRÄFE

Co-Director of the Abbe Center of Photonics, Jena
Email: s.graefe@uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641-9-48330
www.acp.uni-jena.de/graefe

Prof. Dr. Christof GEBHARDT Prof. Dr. Christof GEBHARDT Image: University Ulm

Prof. Christof GEBHARDT

Director of the Institute of Biophysics Ulm
E-Mail: christof.gebhardt@uni-ulm.de 
Phone: +49 731 50-23750
www.uni-ulm.de/nawi-biophys

Prof. Dr. Fedor JELEZKO Prof. Dr. Fedor JELEZKO Image: University Ulm

Prof. Fedor JELEZKO 

Director of the Institute of Quantum Optics Ulm
E-Mail: fedor.jelezko@uni-ulm.de
Phone: +49 731/50-23750
www.quantenoptik.de    

Jürgen Popp Jürgen Popp Image: Private

Prof. Jürgen POPP

Co-Director of the Abbe Center of Photonics, Director of the Leibniz IPHT Jena
Email: juergen.popp@uni-jena.de
Phone: +49 3641-9-48320
www.acp.uni-jena.de/popp