The Prospect of Studying Fermion Pairing in Atom Traps

Eddy Timmermans, T-4

A rich variety of demonstration experiments with dilute gas
Bose-Einstein condensates have underscored the advantages
of the atom trap technology in exploring superfluid behavior. The
unusual experimental accessibility and the novel engineering
tools also suggest that the anticipated atom trap realization of
of fermion superfluidity could open up new avenues of research.
Accordingly, the experimental pursuit of the fermion paired state
in an ultra-cold atom gas has started in earnest. We will review
the prospects and the current status of these efforts, as well as
the main obstacles that have to be overcome.

The P/T Colloquium is
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Refreshments are served
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