H. Jeff Kimble
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Harry Jeffrey Kimble (born April 23, 1949), was the William L. Valentine Professor and professor of physics at Caltech.[1] His research is in quantum optics and is noted for groundbreaking experiments in physics including one of the first demonstrations of teleportation of a quantum state (first demonstration is disputed with Anton Zeilinger),[2] quantum logic gate,[3] and the development of the first single atom laser.[4] According to Elizabeth Rogan, OSA CEO, "Jeff has led a revolution in modern physics through his pioneering research in the coherent control of the interactions of light and matter."[5] Kimble's main research focus is in quantum information science and the quantum dynamics of open systems.[1]
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H. Jeff Kimble | |
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Born | (1949-04-23) April 23, 1949 (age 74) Floydada, Texas, US |
Alma mater | Abilene Christian University (BA) University of Rochester (MS, PhD) |
Known for | Quantum information science |
Scientific career | |
Fields | Physics |
Institutions | University of Texas at Austin California Institute of Technology |
Doctoral advisor | Leonard Mandel |
Doctoral students | Mark G. Raizen Hideo Mabuchi |
Other notable students | Gerhard Rempe Jun Ye |
Website | www |
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