About QMol
The detailed investigation and control of quantum mechanical processes is a major goal of science for the 21st century. The chemical, physical, biological and material properties of matter are all determined at the molecular (i.e. quantum) level. It is therefore natural to seek to understand and control quantum processes using advanced tools from spectroscopy and quantum mechanics. The UCL and Imperial groups working in this field are already internationally leading. A joint Centre for Quantum Molecular Dynamics and Control (QMol) would contribute to enhancing the critical mass of research leaders, enabling them to build on their individual successes, combine their strengths and provide the collective expertise to tackle the most challenging interdisciplinary problems of the next few decades.
Objectives
- Enhance postgraduate training in this interdisciplinary and technically demanding field
- Establish a high profile program of interdisciplinary half-day research symposia
- Support short-term visits by internationally leading scientists
- Facilitate world-leading interdisciplinary research
- Provide the critical mass required to respond effectively to research council initiatives, including those focusing on large interdisciplinary collaborations
- Act as a magnet for outstanding researchers at all stages of their career