Scientists at the US Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) have developed a versatile laser processing technique capable of reducing defects in next-generation optical materials
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X-ray glow from massive cluster of galaxies captured by ESA’s XMM-Newton space observatory. Credit: ESA/XMM-Newton (X-rays); CFHT-LS (optical); XXL Survey
Stargazing optics to spot cancer early
17 April 2019
Two research projects based on photonics have begun that could lead to early detection and better treatment of cancer
Micro-scaffolds printed by Microlight3D's two-photon polymerisation
Microlight3D gains 2D microprinting expertise with acquisition
17 April 2019
Microlight3D, a manufacturer of 3D microprinting systems, has bought French firm Smart Force Technologies to extend its product portfolio to include 2D microprinting
Coherent CEO John Ambroseo announces retirement
16 April 2019
John Ambroseo has announced that he will retire as CEO of laser manufacturer Coherent by April 2021, after nearly 17 years in the position
Bill Gates funded startup unveils new lidar technology
15 April 2019
Lumotive, a technology start-up funded by Microsoft founder Bill Gates, has introduced a disruptive beam-steering technology that it claims will significantly improve the performance, reliability and cost of lidar systems
John D’Ambrosia, chairman of Ethernet Alliance (left), and Carlos Lee, director general of EPIC, signing the MoU at EPIC's AGM in Glasgow
EPIC signs MoU with Ethernet Alliance to advance Ethernet tech
15 April 2019
The European Photonics Industry Consortium has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ethernet Alliance, to cooperate on the endorsement of standards and technology roadmaps
Spectral sensing to build picture of natural disasters
10 April 2019
An Earth observation satellite containing a hyperspectral imager has been launched into Space in a five-year programme spearheaded by the Italian Space Agency
European microtechnology sector outlines Brexit fears
08 April 2019
Europe's microtechnology sector is concerned that Brexit impacts such as investment delays and higher levels of bureaucracy could affect businesses
Eureka Network announces funding round for international photonics research
04 April 2019
The Eureka Network in Photonics will fund international research and development projects with up to €2 million to produce industrial photonic technologies
Photonics roadmap highlights education needs
03 April 2019
Photonics must become a ‘pervasive discipline at all levels of education and professional training’ to meet Europe’s social, economic and environmental challenges, a new report states
Female engineers encouraged to partake in new role model initiative
02 April 2019
In March, a programme was launched to give women in STEM careers the opportunity to share their stories and serve as high-profile role models for school girls
Innoviz raises $132m, Ouster $62m, to accelerate lidar production
27 March 2019
Innoviz’s new funding total now amounts to $214 million, with a second closing of this round expected in the coming months, while Ouster’s total amounts to $89 million