Thad Walker
Expert on the manipulation of atoms using light; associated laser and optical technologies
Professor, physics College of Letters and Science Work: 608-695-3922 — Home and cell phones available upon request tgwalker@wisc.edu Home page
Topics
- Frequency narrowing and stabilization of diode lasers
- Atom-based sensors, such as clocks, gyroscopes and magnetometers
- Production of hyperpolarized noble gases using lasers
- Laser cooling of atoms
Achievements
- Invention of frequency narrowed external cavity diode laser bars
- Pioneer of laser-cooling technology
- Record hyperpolarization of He-3 nuclei
- Fellow, David and Lucille Packard Foundation, American Physical Society, Alfred P. Sloan Foundation