Physics

Topological atom optics and beyond with knotted quantum wavefunctions

M. Jayaseelan, J. D. Murphree, et al.

Join Maitreyi Jayaseelan and colleagues as they explore the fascinating world of atom optics, creating knotted quantum wavefunctions in spinor Bose-Einstein condensates. This groundbreaking research delves into the intricate connections between symmetries and topologies, revealing spectacular optical phenomena and innovative wavefunction designs, including torus knots and Möbius strips.