Capturing the Tick of Future Nuclear Clocks
Researchers used a UV laser system used to determine the precise frequency needed to excite nuclei of thorium-229.
10 September 2024
Optics Education for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Embracing inclusivity and adapted teaching techniques in STEM for people with vision impairments benefits not just students, but society as a whole.
01 September 2024
Miniature Lasers Fill The "Green Gap"
Optical devices small enough to fit on a chip generate the full spectrum of orange, yellow and green wavelengths.
04 September 2024
Quantum Brilliance to Partner with Oak Ridge
Arrangement aims to integrate on-premises quantum computing hardware with high-performance computing infrastructure.
11 September 2024
Piezoelectricity in Classical and Modern Systems
An introduction to the basics of piezoelectricity, perfect as a primary source for graduate students and scientists in the field.
05 September 2024
White Light Interference
A glass plate placed on one of the arms of a common path interferometer creates a modified interference pattern on half the beam.
06 September 2024
September 2024 Issue
LATEST NEWS
Metasurfaces Expand a Camera’s Vision
New attachment captures intensity, hyperspectral and full-Stokes polarization information of near-infrared light.
11 September 2024
Quantum Brilliance to Partner with Oak Ridge
Arrangement aims to integrate on-premises quantum computing hardware with high-performance computing infrastructure.
11 September 2024
Capturing the Tick of Future Nuclear Clocks
Researchers used a UV laser system used to determine the precise frequency needed to excite nuclei of thorium-229.
10 September 2024
UV Sensors Benefit from a Little Vinegar
Acid vapor could improve electrical contact in wearable devices.
05 September 2024
Miniature Lasers Fill The "Green Gap"
Optical devices small enough to fit on a chip generate the full spectrum of orange, yellow and green wavelengths.
04 September 2024ADVERTISEMENT
EDITOR'S PICKS
Optics & Art
In a new feature, OPN highlights works by eight artists inspired by light—and its ability to transform the world around us.
01 July 2022
Sourcing Lithium
A look at the global distribution of lithium—a critical component in the rechargeable batteries that power electric vehicles and many of today’s electronics.
01 March 2024
The Secrets of X-Ray Spex
Exploring the novelty glasses’ diffraction-grating-based optical illusion.
01 February 2021
Soft Tissue Illuminated by a Headlight
Soft tissue (leg) contact-illuminated by an LED-panel headlight. The red hue results from lower tissue attenuation at that longer wavelength causing red light to re-emit.
01 March 2024ADVERTISEMENT
White Light Interference
A glass plate placed on one of the arms of a common path interferometer creates a modified interference pattern on half the beam.
06 September 2024
Laser Cutting Comes to Fruition
Lasers were first used for machining applications in the early 1960s, and technological advances in subsequent decades further increased their industrial potential.
01 September 2024
Optics Education for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Embracing inclusivity and adapted teaching techniques in STEM for people with vision impairments benefits not just students, but society as a whole.
01 September 2024CAREERS
Journeys in Optics: Jason Adams
Adams discusses the genesis of his career in optics, his previous career as an audio engineer and the role of travel in his work.
03 September 2024
Celebrating the Legacy of the Siegman School
Considering the impact and future of Anthony Siegman’s namesake program on its 10th anniversary.
30 August 2024
Journeys in Optics: Brandon Buscaino
Buscaino discusses his time as president of the Stanford Optical Society, his experience as an Optica Ambassador and why he chose a career in industry.
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Journeys in Optics: Agata Azzolin
Azzolin talks about what motivates her as a graduate student, her experience as part of an Optica technical group and her work in attosecond science.
09 July 2024
Standing in Our Potential
Janet Fender writes about how the inaugural Optica Women Scholars Conference provided opportunities to encourage the career growth of young women in science.
25 June 2024
Give us your best shot!
OPN invites you to participate in our 19th annual photo contest.