Complex Photonics
€87.90
Product Information
| ISBN | 9781107110526 |
|---|---|
| Authors | Claudio (Sapienza University of Rome) Conti |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Number of pages | 376 |
| Publishing Date | 23/07/2026 |
| Price (excl. tax) | €82.92 |
| Tax | €4.98 |
| Price (incl. tax) | €87.90 |
| Availability | 2 units in external warehouse |
Product Description
Driven by advances in data science and machine learning, photonics has evolved rapidly in recent years and has transformed into a highly interdisciplinary field, connecting fundamental research with cutting-edge applications. Inspired by recent Nobel Prizes in Physics in 2021 and 2024, Conti highlights the interplay between photonics and spin glasses, a key concept for understanding the link between photon propagation and complex systems. Beginning with a study of black-body radiation, the book then revisits laser theory using techniques from non-equilibrium statistical mechanics. Through a step-by-step exploration of important photonic experiments, it bridges foundational concepts and advances in optical computing, with a focus on developing efficient hardware for classical and quantum artificial intelligence. This reveals the profound ties between complexity, photonics, and the future of AI technologies. The book will be a valuable resource for advanced undergraduate and graduate students and more practised researchers.