This book explores the physics of atoms frozen to ultralow temperatures and trapped in periodic light structures. It introduces the reader to the spectacular pr

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This is a review volume covering a wide range of topics in this newly developed research field. The intended audience corresponds to graduate students, post-doc

A modern introduction to ultracold atomic physics combining fundamental theory with discussion of cold atom phenomena and applications.