What Are the Best Textbooks for Quantum Optics and Cavity QED?

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The discussion focuses on recommended textbooks for quantum optics and cavity quantum electrodynamics (QED), particularly for individuals transitioning from semiconductor transport physics. Key texts include "Quantum Optics" by J. C. Garrison and R. Y. Chiao (Oxford University Press, 2008) and "Quantum Optics" by M. O. Scully and M. S. Zubairy (Cambridge University Press, 1997). Additionally, the Jaynes-Cummings model is highlighted as a significant topic, with resources available through the University of Rostock's teaching materials and the Qutip Python toolbox for practical application.

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  • Familiarity with quantum mechanics principles
  • Understanding of the Jaynes-Cummings model
  • Basic knowledge of Python programming for using Qutip
  • Background in semiconductor physics
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  • Research the Jaynes-Cummings model in detail
  • Explore the Qutip Python toolbox for quantum optics simulations
  • Read "Quantum Optics" by J. C. Garrison and R. Y. Chiao
  • Study "Quantum Optics" by M. O. Scully and M. S. Zubairy
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Students and researchers in quantum optics, physicists transitioning from semiconductor physics, and anyone interested in cavity QED and practical quantum simulations.

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I just got put on a project involving quantum optics, but have a background in semiconductor transport physics/electronic structure of materials. Does anybody know of a good textbook in this area, covering topics such as, say, the Jaynes-Cummings model?
 
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There are several that come to mind, try starting here:

https://www.qms.physik.uni-rostock.de/en/teaching/quantenoptik/ (the PDFs are in English).
 
Thanks, these both seem useful
 
May favorites for Quantum Optics are

J. C. Garrison, R. Y. Chiao, Quantum Optics, Oxford University Press (2008)
M. O. Scully, M. S. Zubairy, Quantum Optics, Cambridge University Press (1997)
 

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