Lecture Background

Theodor Hänsch discusses the interface between fundamental physics and advanced laser and photonic technologies. He also explains his current research on laser frequency combs, highlighting applications which include accurate optical atomic clocks, novel molecular spectroscopy and precision astronomy, which could allow us to observe the continuing expansion of space in the universe.

Czech Technical University is the oldest non-military technical university in Europe. Founded in 1707, it has more than 24,000 students enrolled at seven faculties and three research institutes. With many programmes taught in English, international students form a significant part of the academic community.

Prague, the picturesque capital and largest city in the Czech Republic, is situated on the Riva Vltava and is home to more than 1.2 million people. The political, cultural, and economic centre of the Czech state for over 1,000 years, Prague has also been one of the principal intellectual and cultural centres of central Europe.