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James Bergquist Receives 2008 Arthur L. Schawlow Prize in Laser Science

For his contributions to laser science and tests of fundamental physical principles, in particular the application of ultra-stable lasers to tests of quantum measurement theory and the fundamentals of quantum mechanics.

ARTHUR L. SCHAWLOW PRIZE

To recognize outstanding contributions to basic research which uses lasers to advance our knowledge of the fundamental physical properties of materials and their interaction with light.

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Created September 1, 2017, Updated March 27, 2026
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