Research
Prof. Dr. Stefan Bornholdt
Physics of Complex System
We study general principles of complex systems using statistical physics. Research topics include complex networks, theoretical systems biology, self-organized criticality, socio- and econophysics.
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Dr. Udo Ernst
Computational Neurophysics
Our lab investigates nonlinear dynamics and information processing in neural systems using methods from theoretical physics. We study collective phenomena in cortical networks and flexible computation in the visual system, and develop novel approaches for neuroprosthetics.
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PD Dr. Christopher Gies
Semiconductor Quantum Photonics
Quantum machine learning in the context of quantum reservoir computing We are advancing research of nanoscale optoelectronic devices and their building blocks for applications in quantum technologies.
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Prof. Dr. Frank Jahnke
Solid State Physics
Combining solid state physics, many-body theory, and quantum optics for research on quantum materials, quantum technologies as well as novel optoelectronic systems and effects.
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Gravitational Physics
Our research is focused on analytical calculations of orbits of particles and light in general relativistic spacetimes. We study problems in astronomy, relativistic effects on the motion and tracking of satellites and relativistic geodesy.
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Prof. Dr. Klaus Pawelzik
Theoretical Bio- and Neurophysics
Using methods from physics, statistics and mathematics, our group investigates neural dynamics and information processing in the brain.
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Prof. Dr. Michael Sentef
Light-Matter Control of Quantum Materials
We investigate light-driven quantum materials employing methods for nonequilibrium quantum many-body systems. Our goal is to devise innovative light-matter control schemes to enable new functionalities emerging at the intersection of solid-state physics and quantum optics.
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