HCF Redefines Long-Haul Optical Networks
Microsoft researchers explore experiments showing that hollow-core fibers can achieve quasi-real-time transmission over thousands of kilometers.
01 July 2026
Taking Advantage of Structured Coherence
Recent breakthroughs suggest that partially coherent light may outperform coherent light in some applications of optical communications and information processing.
01 July 2026
This installment of OPN’s biennial feature examines how artists in the late 19th and 20th centuries found new ways of looking at light, matter and color.
01 July 2026
Ultra-Intense Laser Sharpens Electron Microscopy
Novel wave plate enhances contrast in images of tiny proteins.
24 June 2026
Artificial Eye Sees Light and Shade
Adaptive solution could help autonomous robots and self-driving cars to navigate real-life conditions.
25 June 2026
A simple white light source transforms into a radiant burst of color through the interaction of crossed diffraction gratings.
26 June 2026
July/August 2026 Issue
LATEST NEWS
Light Switch “Wakes Up” Sleeping Cancer Cells
New device could prevent relapse by making dormant cells vulnerable to treatment.
26 June 2026
Artificial Eye Sees Light and Shade
Adaptive solution could help autonomous robots and self-driving cars to navigate real-life conditions.
25 June 2026
Ultra-Intense Laser Sharpens Electron Microscopy
Novel wave plate enhances contrast in images of tiny proteins.
24 June 2026
Metasurface Enables Advance in Solar Telescope
The study represents one of the first demonstrations of such a device used in a practical scientific application.
17 June 2026
US Commerce Department Announces US$2 Billion in CHIPS Quantum Awards
The federal incentives go to nine quantum technology companies working toward utility-scale quantum computing.
15 June 2026EDITOR'S PICKS
Functional Fibers Redefine Wearables
Fiber-based technology is paving the way for next-generation clothing and devices.
01 March 2025
Images showing parallax views—even if captured unintentionally—can be used to create 3D images.
01 June 2025
In 2025, a comparison of optical clocks across six countries marked a major step toward redefinition of the SI second based on more accurate optical standards.
01 May 2026
Landsat 8 image of the salt pan in Etosha National Park, Namibia, one of the largest in the world.
01 October 2025
Crossed Diffraction
A simple white light source transforms into a radiant burst of color through the interaction of crossed diffraction gratings.
26 June 2026
Adolf W. Lohmann: A Pioneer of Fourier Optics
A celebration of the life and optics achievements of Adolf W. Lohmann in honor of what would have been his 100th birthday.
01 July 2026
“Ultra-Vision” for Industrial Robotics
Zabidou founder Cibby Pulikkaseril discusses his company’s laser-augmented, AI-powered computer vision systems.
01 July 2026CAREERS
Journeys in Optics: Václav Hanus
Václav Hanus discusses the twists and turns in the path he took to a career in ultrafast lasers—and his work on science-themed music.
15 May 2026
Parenthood and the Academic Career Ladder
A new study takes a closer look at the differing effects of the “parenthood penalty” on mothers and fathers in academia.
28 April 2026
Building the Optics-Professional Pipeline
Kipkemoi Elvis Samuel discusses his work in removing obstacles for students to get an optics education in Kenya.
28 October 2025
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.
21 October 2025
Journeys in Optics: Falko Schmidt
Falko Schmidt discusses his career trajectory, cofounding a startup and sustainability in the lab.
16 September 2025
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