Laser plasma interaction

Two topics are reviewed: laser generation of homogeneous plasmas with prescribed density and laser induced high amplitude electron plasma waves. A special emphasis is put on various forms of stimulated Raman scattering. Applications to elementary particle acceleration are discussed.

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