The invention of the radiofrequency ion trap by Wolfgang Paul in University of Bonn has transformed the landscape of quantum science. What began as a simple idea has become a cornerstone of modern quantum technologies. Paul traps now serve as leading platforms for quantum computing, quantum information, and ultraprecise timekeeping with atomic clocks.
In this seminar Santhosh Surendra will highlight Wolfgang Paul’s pivotal achievement, its role in shaping global quantum research, and ongoing work that continues to build upon his legacy in Bonn and elsewhere.