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Exploring the Frontiers of Light-Matter Interaction

The International Max Planck Research School for Advanced Photon Science (IMPRS-APS) is a graduate school dedicated to the advancement of photon science, spanning areas such as ultrafast laser science, attosecond physics, high-precision spectroscopy, biomedical applications of advanced spectroscopic methods, data science, and laser particle acceleration. Doctoral candidates benefit from extensive training opportunities, including interdisciplinary scientific knowledge, soft skills, industry exposure, and more.

Latest News


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Looking for a job? 

June 17, 2025
We have a full-time, non-scientific opening for a coordinator at our IMPRS-APS (50%) and assistant to the Director at MPQ (50%).
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Contributing to the “laser for human health”

June 16, 2025
Meet our doctoral candidate Zheng Wei!
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The real world through the lens of mathematics

June 10, 2025
Meet our new doctoral candidate Katharina Buczolich!

About IMPRS-APS


Established in 2006 at the Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics (MPQ) and directed by Nobel Laureate Prof. Ferenc Krausz, the IMPRS-APS provides a unique and stimulating environment for PhD students who are passionate about exploring the frontiers of light-matter interaction.

This initiative is part of a network of 68 International Max Planck Research Schools, which have become central to the Max Planck Society’s efforts to promote excellent doctoral education since 2000. Together, they provide talented German and international junior researchers with outstanding conditions to complete their doctorates.

Program Highlights


▶ Interdisciplinary collaboration
▶ Cutting-edge facilities
▶ Comprehensive training
▶ Career development


Student Experience


▶ Annual meetings
▶ Soft-skills courses
▶ Special lectures

Events

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Upcoming Events

10th Max Planck Symposium for Alumni and Early Career Researchers - SustainAbility

Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 1, 2025
Harnack-Haus (Haupteingang), Ihnestr. 16, Berlin-Dahlem

Company Visit at Marvel Fusion (please notice changed date!)

Jul 2, 2025 09:00 AM - 01:30 PM (Local Time Germany)
CALA ; Marvel Fusion

Visit to InnoLas Laser

Sep 5, 2025 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM (Local Time Germany)

Upcoming Talks

Recommended Talk: Photochemistry in the Origins of Life

Jun 18, 2025 05:15 PM (Local Time Germany)
Lichtenbergstr. 4, Garching, Room: Chemistry Dept., room CH26411

Talks at CLEO

Jun 23, 2025 - Jun 27, 2025
Munich, Room: International Congress Center of Messe München

IMPRS-APS on Social Media

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Find interviews with our doctoral candidates and alumni and impressions from our events on our YouTube channel.
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