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We are committed to providing a stimulating research environment similar to that of the best, underpinning our scientific discoveries through a unique interplay between theory, simulation and experiments.

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Latest News

Computational Advances Pave the Way for Quantum Vacuum Exploration

A recent article in Communications Physics by a team of Oxford and GoLP details the development of a novel 3D semi-classical solver designed to simulate quantum vacuum effects. This is a critical step for the design and exploration of experiments that aim to access the quantum vacuum, resorting to the most recent intense laser systems now being developed worldwide. This work builds on and… Read more

GoLP members receive 2025 IST Teaching and Academic Awards

Various GoLP members have been awarded by Instituto Superior Técnico in the Day of Técnico 2025 with Teaching and Academic awards. In particular, Thales S, Diogo C, Jorge V, Gonçalo F, Manuel R, and Rafael A have been awarded with a teaching prize. José M, Afonso S, Gonçalo A have been awarded an academic award. Finally, João J has been awarded both a teaching and academic… Read more