Scientists in protective clothing behind an optical setup.

The International Max Planck Research School for Advanced Photon Science

Welcome to IMPRS-APS!

The International Max Planck Research School for Advanced Photon Science (IMPRS-APS) is a graduate school dedicated to the advancement of photon science, with a particular focus on cutting-edge research and applications of photonics.


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.

Program Highlights


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


Student Experience


▶ Annual meetings
▶ Soft-skills courses
▶ Special lectures

Latest News


Congratulations to Erika Keil!

Congratulations to Erika Keil!

March 31, 2025
Erika Keil has successfully defended her thesis.
Photo of Mohammed Hassan

“Be like a laser”

March 25, 2025
Meet the IMPRS-APS Alumni: Mohammed Hassan
Carsten Rohr looks over the shoulders of Manoram Agarwal and Vincent Weis as they discuss a presentation slide.

Presenting Science with Impact

March 19, 2025
Presentation Workshop with Carsten Rohr

Events

April 2025
Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
1 2 3 4 5 6
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30
Annual Meeting 2025

Mar 31, 2025

Annual Meeting 2025

Mar 31, 2025

Block Lecture (Part 2)

Apr 3, 2025 - Apr 4, 2025
Am Columbwall 1, 85748 Garching, Room: CALA Multifunktionsraum MFR (W132)

Company visit at Mynaric

May 20, 2025 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM (Local Time Germany)
Berta-Kipfmüller-Straße, 81249 Munich

Visit to the FRM II research reactor

Jun 20, 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM (Local Time Germany)
Garching

 

 

 

Go to Editor View