Optics and Photonics News

From the Lab to a Startup

A researcher and company founder discusses how his interest in optofluidics led him to both academia and entrepreneurship.

Self-Driving Lab Finds Strategy for Light Control

The results showcase the possibilities of autonomous experimentation for accelerating scientific discovery.

Corning and Meta Make Fiber Deal for Up to US$6 Billion

The agreement aims to accelerate building of advanced data centers in the United States to support Meta’s tech and AI ambitions.

Optalysys Raises US$31M to Bring Photonics to the Cloud

Photonic computing firm Optalysys secures US$31 million to accelerate commercialization of its photonic chips and finance its expansion into the US.

Light Thread

2025 Photo Contest Honorable Mention: Light guided into an optical step-index fiber that has been processed with a CO₂ laser generates a helical structure.

Corning and Meta Make Fiber Deal for Up to US$6 Billion

The agreement aims to accelerate building of advanced data centers in the United States to support Meta’s tech and AI ambitions.

Optalysys Raises US$31M to Bring Photonics to the Cloud

Photonic computing firm Optalysys secures US$31 million to accelerate commercialization of its photonic chips and finance its expansion into the US.

Self-Driving Lab Finds Strategy for Light Control

The results showcase the possibilities of autonomous experimentation for accelerating scientific discovery.

Optoacoustic Scanning for Early Signs of Heart Disease

Novel technique produces images of individual capillaries in different layers of skin.

Low-Cost Lenses Deliver Super-Resolution Images

Fabricating high-quality optics with a 3D printer offers new options for customized imaging solutions.

Building the Optics-Professional Pipeline

Kipkemoi Elvis Samuel discusses his work in removing obstacles for students to get an optics education in Kenya.

My Congressional Fellowship: A Career Door-Opener

Eager to work toward solving big societal problems like climate change, Claire Cody left the lab for the world of scientific policy.

Journeys in Optics: Falko Schmidt

Falko Schmidt discusses his career trajectory, cofounding a startup and sustainability in the lab. 

Journeys in Optics: Winnie N. Ye

Winnie Ye talks about overcoming challenges she faced during her career and the importance of diversity, collaboration and mentorship in research.

AI-Generated Podcasts for Science Communication

Researchers found that artificial intelligence could help disseminate scientific studies in a clear, easy-to-understand format.