Check out our partners and doctoral candidates in Munich, @lmumuenchen.bsky.social & the @mpi-psychiatry.bsky.social , and some of their research interests in this new video: youtu.be/bJun1x_LxMQ?...

Why are we living in the century of the photon? In our latest interview, we spoke with our Fellow Prof. Dr. Michael Kues. Curious to learn where photonics is headed next? 👉 Read the full interview on our blog: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/378379/inter... #passionforscience #gradschool #physics

In our latest interview, Nicolas Joly shares insights on: • why photonic crystal fibres remain a playground for curiosity • how unexpected collaborations can influence an entire research career 👉 Read the full interview on our blog: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/378462/inter... #passionforscience

With 2026 just beginning, we’re taking a trip down memory lane: back to October 2025, when our student Gabriel Baum traveled to Denver to represent the MPSP at the Physics & Astronomy Congress. 👉 Read the blog article: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/377833/Repre...

Even outside the lab our campus is doing physics! Each snowflake’s tiny facets scatter sunlight (millions of photons) in every direction. Because all visible wavelengths are reflected equally, the scene looks brilliantly white.❄️ The snowy white campus is nature’s own photon party outside our campus!

Our interview series continues: In the interview Maria Chekhova gave the advice to “Always look around rather than moving along some rails outlined from the very beginning” to students and early career researchers. Full Fellow interview: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/332737/inter... #phyiscs

2025 brought strong research, meaningful exchange during our Spring and Autumn Schools, the first joint Max Planck Schools Graduation Ceremony, and a growing MPSP community. We look forward to continuing this journey in 2026. Happy New Year! #gradschool #passionforscience #physics #photonics #2026

Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, we hope these days offer you a moment to slow down, and reconnect with the people around you, with yourself, or simply with the joy of curiosity that drives you. Thank you for being part of a community shaped by a passion for discovery! #passionforscience

Five inspiring days of science, exchange, & community, bringing the MPSP together in Göttingen during September. ✨ The MPSP Autumn School 2025 made one thing clear: Excellence thrives where curiosity meets connection. Full Blog Post: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/344547/Autum... #Photonics

Thank you to everyone who applied for our program! Your applications reminded us of how strong and inspiring this global community of brilliant minds truly is. We can’t wait to discover your ideas, and welcome some of you on board our program soon. #photonics #passionforscience #graduate #optics

FINAL 24 HOURS! This is your last chance to apply to the Max Planck School of Photonics (MPSP) — the portal is open only until TOMORROW, Nov 30, and there will be no extension this year. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to shoot your shot… this is it. #photonics #passionforscience #gradschool

Final Call for Applications! The MPSP PhD program offers two entry paths: • Bachelor’s holders: Begin with the 2-year study phase before moving into research. • Master’s holders: Start right away with the 3-year research phase. Don’t miss your chance and submit your application today! #photonics

Last chance to join our final Q&A of the series! Don’t miss this live session on November 28th (3:00 p.m. CET) — your last opportunity to ask questions, get insider tips, and discover what makes our program truly unique. Join via zoom: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #passionforscience #phd

Advent season is right around the corner… but before the festivities begin, don’t miss your chance to apply! The MPSP application portal closes December 1st (and won’t be extended). Make sure to submit your application to the MPSP Master’s/PhD program before the holiday rush begins. #phd #masters

How fast can light control electrons? Join Peter Hommelhoff, Otto-Hahn-Award Winner 2025, as he dives into his groundbreaking work on ultrafast coherent coupling of light and electrons. Join via zoom: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #MPSPFellows #LectureSeries2025 #Photonics

Curious about what it’s really like to study at the Max Planck School of #Photonics? Still wondering how the #MSc + #PhD or #PhD-only track works? Join our live Q&A session on November 21st (1:00 p.m. CET). Join via zoom: uni-jena-de.zoom-x.de/meeting/regi... #QandA #passionforscience

It’s November 15 — that means you have just two more weeks to apply for the Max Planck School of Photonics. Apply today! More information on the study phase: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/323130/Appli... More information on the research phase: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/application

Join Prof. Dr. Michael Kues lecture to discover how spectral processing is shaping the next generation of quantum communication. Open to all: enjoy this free lecture from anywhere! Register here: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #LectureSeries2025 #Photonics #QuantumPhysics

Thinking about applying to the Max Planck School of #Photonics but still have a few questions? Join us for our Q&A on 14 November, 10:00 CET, where we will talk you through everything you need to know about our programme and application process. Join via zoom: uni-jena-de.zoom-x.de/meeting/regi...

Join Uli Lemmer’s lecture to explore the latest research and discover how printable semiconductors are shaping the future of electronics. Open to all: enjoy this free lecture from anywhere! Register here: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #MPSPFellows #LectureSeries2025 #Photonics

Do you consider joining the Max Planck School of #Photonics #MSc + #PhD program (or the #PhD only track) but still have a hundred questions on your mind? Join us on our special Q&A Session via zoom: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #QandA #Photonics #QuantumPhysics #MaxPlanckSchoolofPhotonics

Join MPSP Fellow Prof. Dr. Braun to learn how advances in this field are redefining the limits of measurement and understanding at the quantum scale. Everyone is welcome to attend this free virtual lecture! Register here: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #Photonics #QuantumPhysics

Last week, the Max Planck School of Photonics received a certificate for our strong performance in the Stadtradeln (city biking) challenge! In the university category, our team took 2nd place, riding an impressive 355 km per person over just 21 days! #MPSP #Stadtradeln #passionforscience

In this presentation, Dr. Maryna Leonidivna Meretska will delve into the details of creating and utilizing these innovative optical components. Register here: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #MPSPFellows #LectureSeries2025 #Photonics #QuantumPhysics #QuantumEntanglement #ScienceTalks

As part of our Lecture Series, Prof. Dr. Otfried Gühne (University of Siegen) will give a short introduction into the phenomenon of entanglement and its characterization in photonic systems. 📍 Online via Zoom – free & open to all Register here: uni-jena-de.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

The MPSP #LectureSeries 2025 is kicking off this October: Six inspiring talks by our MPSP Fellows about #Photonics. Each lecture runs for 45 minutes, followed by a Q&A session. It’s free and online via Zoom. Click here to find out more: photonics.maxplanckschools.org/lectureseries

🤓You can now apply for our master's program! 👍You can find all further information about this year's application process for our master's and PhD programs on our website! #maxplanckschools #maxplanckschoolsofphotonics #photonics #physics #gradschool #engineering #fullyfunded #researchingermany

In an interview with our fellow Christiane Silberhorn she shared some fantastic advice with early-career starters and students of photonics, which is definitely worth a listen! Find the complete interview on our blog. 👉Here: buff.ly/uOFEv4y #Maxplanckschoolofphotonics #optics #phd #photonic

After you have defended your doctorate, it's time for the graduation ceremony. On the 3rd June the first Max Planck Schools graduation ceremony took place in Heilbronn. On the MPSP side, our graduate Dr. Christopher Spiess was delighted to receive his certificate. Congratulations to all graduates!

Happy birthday, Max Planck! 🎂The physicist, pianist, #NobelPrize winner, #quantum trailblazer & timeless thinker was born #OTD 1858 in Kiel: his discoveries in the field of #physics forever changed how we understand energy & matter!🎉

Happy #worldbookday! Did you know Star Trek introduced the concept of photon torpedoes powered by matter-antimatter annihilation? This fictional idea inspired real scientific research by the University of Leicester students in 2016. What fictional concept would you wish could exist in real life?

Max Planck School of Photonics attended the annual Physikerball 2025, where they showcased our new personalized ties, representing our school with style and spirit. Thanks to all who made the evening so memorable. Here's to more shared moments and scientific brilliance, both in and out of the lab!

Happy #QuantumDay, everyone! 😊 Discovering #quantumtheory revolutionized #physics forever - and might even make your hair stand on end! 😉 #MaxPlanck

It’s World Quantum Day! ⚛️ Hear from Professor Sir Peter Knight on how quantum technologies are shaping our future, explore IOP Publishing's open access quantum research, join in with the Institute of Physics' quantum video, and test your knowledge with Physics World’s quiz, here: ow.ly/g2XE50VzOP7

2025 marks the centenary of quantum mechanics, a field that has redefined our understanding of the physical world. The date is a nod to Planck’s constant (h), a fundamental constant in quantum physics. Rounded to two digits, h ≈ 4.14 × 10⁻¹⁵ eV·s → giving us 4.14 → April 14. #worldquantumday

We demonstrate multiphoton quantum interference in an ultracompact, topology-optimized tritter (8.0×4.5 µm²). We show that high-performance quantum photonic circuits can be small and scalable. Joint work of @cluster3dmm2o.bsky.social + @unistuttgart.bsky.social out here: arxiv.org/abs/2504.00114

Nobel laureate Bill Phillips on his life in quantum physics and why he is looking forward to quantum technologies of the future 🧪⚛️ ow.ly/yLaG50VuLpu

New post on our blog about our celebrated Spring School during the last week of February!A time full of learning, inspiration, and great moments with incredible participants. Dive into the highlights from this amazing event. Read it now! photonics.maxplanckschools.org/309195/Sprin...

Yesterday, during the Jena Alliance Talent Fair, participants enjoyed an interactive workshop with the Extended Reality Twin Lab (XRTL) tool. Many thanks to everyone who participated in this educational experience. You can try it for yourself at the following link xrtl.uni-jena.de

Join Us at the Jena Alliance Talent Fair! Next Tuesday, 25 March, online. Register now and take the next step towards your future! tinyurl.com/JenaAlliance... Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. We look forward to seeing you there!

German Physical Society's working group on equal opportunities (AKC) has chosen Dr. Hanieh Fattahi, fellow at the Max Planck School of Photonics, as "Physikerin der Woche. Congratulations! Read more about this initiative here tinyurl.com/physikerinde... #physikerinderwoche #womeninscience

🚀 Great news! With support of the Dieter Schwarz Foundation, the #MaxPlanckSchools will keep growing. The funding boosts top-tier research & training #ShapingTheFuture of science! #PassionForScience Read all about it here tinyurl.com/continuation... @maxplanck.de @kit.edu @fau.de @uni-jena.de

UPDATE: Mehr als 7200 aus der deutschen Wissenschaftscommunity haben in acht Tagen der Klima-Appell der Bayreuther Scientists for Future unterschrieben. Wir öffnen die Mitzeichnungsmöglichkeit für den Appell nun erneut bis zur konstituierenden Sitzung des neuen Deutschen Bundestags am 25.03.2025.

#StandUpForScience👩‍🔬👨‍🔬📢Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Genetics in Berlin, including our managing director, show solidarity with our colleagues in the US who are protesting against the attacks of the current US administration. @standupforscience.bsky.social @maxplanck.de

On the day before International Women's Day, we remember Hertha Ayrton, first woman awarded with Hughes Medal, fellow of Royal Society, and presenter and member of the Institution of Electrical Engineers. Don't miss our PhD Candidates' opinion on the future of women in science youtu.be/WHM-nULQDYE

Resonances on different Riemann sheets greatly impact optical response in #photonic systems with #BranchCuts: Preprint doi.org/10.48550/arX... collab. @crockstuhl.bsky.social at KIT, Koenderink group @amolf-nl.bsky.social, @jcmwave.bsky.social, #AAARationalApproximation @mathplusberlin.bsky.social

#PostDoc #AcademicJob #PostDocOpening #datascience

Of course we cannot continue this week dedicated to women in science without mentioning her: Marie Curie, the woman who redefined science, however, her journey was one of constant resistance. Listen to our PhD candidates talk about the presence of women in science here youtu.be/IDwYgfy1Zdw

We continue celebrating and honoring the incredible women in science who paved the way in the week in which the International Women’s Day takes place. Meet Mae Jemison – First African-American Woman in Space Listen to our PhD candidates tell us about their experience here youtu.be/VzQINYNSV0

Science has never been just a man's world—and countless women have fought to prove it. Because one day is not enough, this week we celebrate women. Our PhD Candidates also tell us what challenges they have had to face as women in the following link tinyurl.com/MPSPFemaleVo... Check it out now.