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This book illustrates the history of Atomic Physics and shows how its most recent advances allow the possibility of performing precise measurements and achieving an accurate control on the atomic state. Written in an introductory style, this book is addressed to advanced undergraduate and graduate students, as well as to more experienced researchers who need to remain up-to-date with the most recent advances. The book focuses on experimental investigations, illustrating milestone experiments and key experimental techniques, and discusses the results and the challenges of contemporary research. Emphasis is put on the investigations of precision physics: from the determination of fundamental constants of Nature to tests of General Relativity and Quantum Electrodynamics; from the realization of ultra-stable atomic clocks to the precise simulation of condensed matter theories with ultracold gases. The book discusses these topics while tracing the evolution of experimental AtomicPhysics from traditional laser spectroscopy to the revolution introduced by laser cooling, which allows the manipulation of atoms at a billionth of a degree above absolute zero and reveals new frontiers of precision in atomic spectroscopy.

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Editorial Reviews: Review “This book illuminates the extraordinary evolution of atomic physics during the past decades, and it leads the reader to the fast-moving frontier of current research. The text conveys the fascination and excitement of the field through the eyes of pioneering researchers, so that it can provide inspiration to students and seasoned colleagues alike.” — From the Foreword by Theodor W. Hänsch, Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich “Atomic Physics provides an expert guide to two spectacular new landscapes in physics: precision measurements, which have been revolutionized by the advent of the optical frequency comb, and atomic physics, which has been revolutionized by laser cooling. These advances are not incremental but transformative: they have generated a consilience between atomic and many-body physics, precipitated an explosion of scientific and technological applications, opened new areas of research, and attracted a brilliant generation of younger scientists. The research is advancing so rapidly, the barrage of applications is so dazzling, that students can be bewildered. For both students and experienced scientists, this book provides an invaluable description of basic principles, experimental methods, and scientific applications.” — Daniel Kleppner, Massachusetts Institute of Technology “This highly recommended, clearly written, carefully illustrated and referenced book is suitable for advanced undergraduate and graduate students.” –Optics & Photonics News About the Author Massimo Inguscio, Full Professor, University of Florence & LENS European Laboratory for Nonlinear Spectroscopy,Leonardo Fallani, Assistant Professor, University of Florence & LENS European Laboratory for Nonlinear SpectroscopyMassimo Inguscio has worked as an Assistant Professor in Physics at Universities of Pisa and Lecce (1976-1980), Associated Professor at University of Pisa (1980-1986), and Full Professor in Physics at Universities of Napoli (1986-1990) and Firenze (since 1991). He has served as director of LENS (European Laboratory for Nonlinear Spectroscopy) and of the Department for Materials and Devices of CNR (National Research Council). He has a long-standing experience of experimental research in atomic, molecular and optical physics, quantum optics, light-matter interaction, laser cooling, quantum simulation with ultracold quantum gases, and the development of spectroscopic instrumentation. For his research he has been awarded several prizes, including the Humboldt Research Award (2004), the “Enrico Fermi” Prize from Italian Physical Society (2004), and the Grand Prix Scientifique de l’Academie de Sciences de l’Institut de France (2005).Leonardo Fallani obtained his PhD in Physics from the University of Florence in 2005, and now works as an Assistant Professor in Physics at University of Florence (since 2007). He has long-standing experience of experimental research in atomic physics, high-precision spectroscopy, nonlinear optics, laser cooling, and quantum simulation with ultracold quantum gases. He is the author of more than 40 publications in international journals and books (with more than 1500 citations and h-index 17) and editor of 1 book.

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⭐This is a clearly written review of the modern advances and current hot topics in AMO physics at the time of writing (~2012). Unlike “classic” textbooks in the field where the focus is on giving students a solid theoretical background, this excellent book by Inguscio and Fallini complements the older texts by taking a more pragmatic approach that will be appreciated by experimental physicists; there is minimal formula derivation in the main text making it a leisurely read. Key concepts are discussed with care and clarity, and given justification with physical arguments. Keeping with the spirit of a review book, there are extensive in text references to published literature and books (collated into a 39 page list at the end) for pedants interested in all the nitty-gritty details. Important experimental techniques are introduced alongside brief recounts of the fascinating history leading to their development. The advantage of such an approach is that the book traces out the two recurrent themes of modern laser age atomic physics: precision metrology and quantum simulation, putting current research in better context. The concise and well-written appendices serve the purpose of filling up the basic theoretical gaps (e.g. the two-state problem, optical Bloch equations, Gaussian beams, second harmonic generation, BEC theory). A must read for any beginning graduate student in the field who wishes to build up his or her intuition and start thinking like an expert.

⭐The book is a excelent review of atomic physics. The language is clear and full of references and recent results of the experiments in field around the world

⭐I thought I should buy one because of the comments on amazon.To be honest I am a bit disappointed with the book when I roughly read it. It covers a lot of topics and and does not explain anything in detail(no math, more like a popular science book). It is not even as deep as ATOMIC PHYSICS from C. J. Foot.But I like the parts about the history and some comments, e.g. J. Dalibard and MOT.A very up-to-date book in atomic physics. It covers almost all the subjects in contemporary atomic physics research, with clear explanations and a rich list of references. Recommended for physicists in and outside this specific field of research.

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