After a career spanning more than forty years, which has profoundly shaped the fields of optics and quantum technologies, Philippe Grangier has been an Emeritus Research Director at CNRS since July 2025.
On June 4, 2026, Quantum-Saclay and Institut d'Optique are organizing a day dedicated to his career and scientific contributions, entitled:
“From Single Photons to Continuous Variables: 40 Years of Advances in Quantum Optics.”
The program will offer an in-depth exploration of the pioneering work that has made him a central figure in modern quantum optics. From his fundamental research on squeezed states of light and quantum non-demolition measurements to his groundbreaking innovations in quantum communication and quantum simulation, we will highlight how his ideas continue to shape the future of the field.
This day will also provide an opportunity to acknowledge his key role in fostering scientific communities, particularly through DIM SIRTEQ and the coordination of numerous European projects.
The event is open to the entire academic and industrial community, as well as to students.
Participation is free of charge, but registration is mandatory.
Venue
The conference will take place at the Institut d'Optique (Paris-Saclay campus) :
Institut d'Optique Graduate School (IOGS)
2, avenue Augustin Fresnel
91127 PALAISEAU
The conference will take place in the Institut d’Optique's auditorium and will be broadcasted in a lecture hall of the IOGS from where questions can be asked. Participants will be allocated to these two rooms according to the number of attendees and their order of registration.
Program:
Here is the final version of the program. You can also consult it in the program page.
In partnership with:
Scientific Committee
Jean-François Roch – LUMIN / Quantum-Saclay
Alain Aspect – LCF / Institut d’Optique Graduate School
Silke Biermann – CPHT / École Polytechnique
Jean-Philippe Poizat – Institut Néel
Hélène Perrin – LPL
Georges-Olivier Reymond – PASQAL
Organizing Committee
Yara Hodroj – Quantum-Saclay
Houria Korchi – Quantum-Saclay
Clémentine Bouyer – LCF / Institut d’Optique Graduate School
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