Demo Conf
Pioneering Quantum Innovations and Computational Frontiers
1er Janvier 2026
Les Houches, France
About
This doctoral school will explore current and emerging topics in quantum optics, ultra-cold atoms & molecules, quantum simulation, and photonics, offering a program of lectures, seminars, hands-on sessions, poster sessions, and societal evening discussions. The program will promote interdisciplinary exchange, with contributions from experts across theory and experiment and special care will be taken to include several lectures from a young generation alongside more senior and established scientists.
Organizers
Welcome to Demo Conf 2023, a groundbreaking conference dedicated to the exploration and advancement of cutting-edge quantum technologies. Our organizing committee is thrilled to bring together a diverse group of leading scientists, researchers, and innovators from around the globe, all converging to discuss the latest breakthroughs and challenges in quantum systems. With themes ranging from Machine Learning for Quantum Systems and Ion Trap Quantum Computing to Photonic Crystals and Quantum Error Correction, Demo Conf serves as a premier platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration. Join us as we unravel the complexities of quantum mechanics and carve new paths in scientific research and technological advancements.
Topics
Speakers
Antoine Browaeys
Institut d'Optique
James K. Thompson
University of Colorado Boulder
Ravets Sylvain
C2N - Centre de Nanosciences et de Nanotechnologies
Thierry Giamarchi
University of Geneva
Thomas E. Pohl
Vienna University of Technology
Practical Info
Premises
The school provides you with:
- a library with the main scientific journals (paper or online) and some reference books
- an open space with many blackboards
- a video projector
- an automated video capture system
- a photocopy machine
- Internet (wifi + hubs to connect laptops to the local network)
- desktop computers (5 PCs) and a B&W Laser Printer
- 3 washing machines and 3 dryers.
- Three meals a day in our restaurant
Lodging
Participants are housed in “chalets” in individual bedrooms (electricity: AC, 50Hz, 220V).
- A flashlight is handy at night ; the school chalets are scattered on the mountainside and outside lights may be poor (power failures, storms,…).
- The altitude of the school is 1150 m.
- You will be housed in single rooms with your own bathroom/toilets.
- Towels, shampoo, soap, shower gel and hair-dryer are provided.
Meals
Meals are taken at the school dining room. Drinks are not included. Free coffee & tea is available in the bar and in the main building.
- Breakfast: 7:45 am to 8:45 am
- Lunch: 12:30 pm
- Dinner: 7:30 pm
Accompanying persons who have registered can take their meals at the restaurant (18 euros per meal).
The cafeteria has a piano, table soccer and table tennis.
Additional Transport Info
Access to the school
Please find all the information on Les Houches' official website.