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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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Between lasers and landscapes

June 24, 2025
Meet our new doctoral candidate Max Koch!
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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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Self-compression leads to laser pulses below one femtosecond

June 13, 2025
A new research paper in Nature Photonics has been published. 

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

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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Follow us on LinkedIn to always stay up to date with the latest news and events from the IMPRS-APS. 
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