The Atomic
Physics Division carries out basic theoretical and experimental research
into the spectroscopic and radiative properties of atoms and highly ionized
species to provide measurement and data support for national needs in such
areas as fusion plasma diagnostics, processing of materials by plasmas,
spectrochemistry, and laser development; develops well-defined atomic
radiation sources as radiometric or wavelength standards to meet national
measurement needs; studies the physics of laser cooling and electromagnetic
trapping of neutral atoms and ions; develops new measurement techniques and
methods for spectral analysis and for the measurement of plasma properties;
and collects, compiles, critically evaluates, and supplements spectroscopic databases to meet major
national demands for such data. |
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