
Quantum Dot Nuclei Pass Memory Test
Collective nuclear states could be exploited in registers for quantum networks.
04 February 2025
Lippmann's Unfading Photographs
A technique leverages interference to create vibrant, stable color pictures—but never hit the mainstream.
01 February 2025
Toward Distributed Quantum Computing
Researchers photonically linked two ion-trap quantum processors, mediating deterministic two-qubit interactions.
13 February 2025
Lasers Aid the Search for Dark Matter
New technique looks for oscillations in the frequency of lasers with data from atomic clocks.
12 February 2025
Omnitron Lands Funds for MEMS Mirror
Startup raised US$13 million in Series A funding to grow its team and accelerate product production.
12 February 2025
Golden Projection
A forgotten glass of ginger juice solves a geometrical problem. Ginger sediment has dried and cracked; illuminated from the bottom, the crack pattern forms swirly motifs.
07 February 2025February 2025 Issue
LATEST NEWS

Toward Distributed Quantum Computing
Researchers photonically linked two ion-trap quantum processors, mediating deterministic two-qubit interactions.
13 February 2025
Lasers Aid the Search for Dark Matter
New technique looks for oscillations in the frequency of lasers with data from atomic clocks.
12 February 2025
Omnitron Lands Funds for MEMS Mirror
Startup raised US$13 million in Series A funding to grow its team and accelerate product production.
12 February 2025
Optical Toolkit Reveals Target for Anxiety Drugs
Using a photopharmacology approach to map effects on the brain could enable the development of better treatments.
06 February 2025
Trumpf and Schmid Partner on Cheaper Chips
Companies are collaborating on an advanced packaging manufacturing process for microchips that uses glass instead of silicon.
05 February 2025ADVERTISEMENT
EDITOR'S PICKS

Quantum Computing Enters the Atomic Realm
Atom-based architectures may have a scalability advantage over other platforms in the quest to build more powerful quantum processors.
01 June 2024
Global Quantum Funding
Governments worldwide are increasing their funding commitments for quantum technology. Here’s a look at total historic investments for various countries/regions.
01 June 2024
A Scientist Abroad
When cultural heritage meets international collaboration and science.
01 October 2021
Water on the moon
In a stop-action shot of water dripping from a faucet into a blue cup of water, motion is frozen by a flash that illuminates an image of the moon.
01 December 2024ADVERTISEMENT
Golden Projection
A forgotten glass of ginger juice solves a geometrical problem. Ginger sediment has dried and cracked; illuminated from the bottom, the crack pattern forms swirly motifs.
07 February 2025100 Years of Quantum
A look at key milestones in the development of quantum mechanics as UNESCO kicks off the International Year of Quantum Science & Technology.
01 February 2025Adventures in Technical Marketing
A background in optical engineering can lead to many and varied paths, including in advertising, sales and outreach.
01 February 2025CAREERS

Journeys in Optics: Alejandro Velez-Zea
Velez-Zea discusses his career in academia, his research project that won the Optica Foundation Challenge and offers advice for students and early-career professionals.
05 November 2024
Ambassadors and Chapters Driving Optics Education and Career Advancement
Ana Karen Reyes talks about her work as an Optica Ambassador supporting optics and photonics education and professional development.
29 October 2024
A Career in Subsea: The Final (Fiber) Frontier
The Optical Fiber Communications Workshop, hosted by an Optica/SPIE Student Chapter, showcased career opportunities in the burgeoning field of subsea communications.
18 October 2024
Journeys in Optics: George Dwapanyin
Dwapanyin talks about his time as an Optica Ambassador, his involvement with Optica’s 2020 DEI Rapid Action Committee and the role community has had in his career.
15 October 2024
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 2024OPN March Issue
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