The Max Planck Institute of Quantum Optics is a forefront research organizations in the fields of quantum physics and photonics, with light-matter interaction at its core. In five different research areas excellent scientists from all corners of the world are working together in an open and diverse environment, breaking the ground to what could become another revolution in science. Our laboratories are amongst the best equipped in the world and our scientific culture and spirit is based on freedom and trust, both allowing our scientists to reach the most ambitious objectives.