This book introduces the preparation, measurement and properties of ultra-cold atoms and molecules at a level accessible to advanced undergraduate students or for researchers approaching the subject from different specialities. Including a review of cooling techniques, the book focuses on the behaviour and
applications of both ultra-cold atoms and molecules, and how they are shaping
research in atomic physics, quantum optics, condensed matter physics,
statistical mechanics, quantum information processing, quantum simulators and
finding applications in ultra-high-precision atomic clocks and quantum
metrology. Readers of this text should develop an understanding of the
techniques used to cool, trap, manipulate and perform measurements on
ultra-cold atoms and molecules, as well as how such systems are in being used
in a range of exciting areas of modern physics.



Key Features




Provides an accessible overview for advanced undergraduate students or for researchers approaching the subject from different specialities.
Extensive coverage encompassing preparation, properties and applications
Includes references to key papers
Mathematical appendices