Cover image for Physics Day 2026: Flame Nebula with logo
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Cover image for Physics Day 2026: Flame Nebula with logo
Collage: A. Krivov, F. Ronneberger

Welcome to the Institute of Applied Physics

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The Institute of Applied Physics (IAP) at the Friedrich Schiller University Jena has a long-standing tradition and competence in design, fabrication and application of active and passive optical and photonic elements. It is also very well-known for its developments in the area of high power laser technology and nowadys also in quantum optics. Collaborative projects with companies ensure practical relevance and feasibility.

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