Dr. Peter Horak

Biography

Peter Horak is an Associate Professor at the University of Southampton, having completed his MSc in Theoretical Physics in 1993 and his PhD in Theoretical Quantum Optics in 1997 at the University of Innsbruck, Austria. Prior to his current position, he held research positions at the University of Innsbruck, Ecole Normale Superieure in Paris, and the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, UK. He joined the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) in 2001, where he now leads the Computational Nonlinear Optics group. His research encompasses nonlinear quantum optics, laser pulse propagation, and manipulation within optical fibres, as well as exploring the principles behind quantum technology and integrated optics. He actively engages in theoretical numerical investigations of diverse photonic systems and has a particular focus on the simulation of short laser pulse propagation in optical fibres. Peter's work addresses fundamental questions in photonics and has applications across telecommunications, sensing, and high-power lasers. He collaborates closely with groups in the UK National Quantum Technology Programme, investigating novel devices that combine matter-based qubits and photonics, which are pivotal for future quantum applications such as sensing, secure communication, and quantum computing.

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