Glauber (Roy J.)

Roy J. Glauber was an American physicist renowned for his foundational work in quantum optics. He developed theoretical descriptions of how light behaves at the quantum level, particularly involving the statistical properties of photons. His work explained phenomena like laser coherence and photon correlations, providing a deeper understanding of light's quantum nature. Glauber’s theories help scientists analyze and interpret experiments involving laser beams and other light sources, bridging classical and quantum optics. In recognition of his contributions, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2005.