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Stephen G. Lipson | 06 May 2021 | Review by Barry R. Masters
This highly recommended book is a comprehensive guide to optical experiments. read more
Mara Johnson-Groh | 06 May 2021
Researchers see health benefits in new formulation that mimics white light while cutting the contribution from the blue end of the spectrum. read more
Edwin Cartlidge | 05 May 2021
An integrated multiplexer that exploits optical tunneling could pave the way for ultrafast wireless communication. read more
Hannah Greenwood | 04 May 2021
An assistant professor in India talks about her career and the importance of staying motivated when facing setbacks. read more
William G. Schulz | 03 May 2021
A liquid crystal and holographic metasurface gas sensor could detect and alert users to environmental threats. read more
Stewart Wills | 30 April 2021
Using X-ray nano computed tomography and numerical modeling, a U.S. team investigates the light-scattering properties of lunar soils—to better constrain observations of other worlds. read more
Meeri Kim | 29 April 2021
Laser-based tool for artists “paints” on a titanium canvas without pigments or dyes. read more
Erich Kasper and Jinzhong Yu (Eds.) | 29 April 2021 | Review by Mark Fox
This book provides background on conventional silicon photonics and the current state of the field. read more
Patricia Daukantas | 28 April 2021
A new structured-light detection system tracked a particle inside an optical trap faster than previous methods, opening a pathway for studying out-of-equilibrium systems. read more
Stewart Wills | 27 April 2021
U.K.-based research team prototypes a system that converts point-cloud data from lidar into projected 3D holograms—a step toward augmented reality for head-up displays in cars. read more
In celebration of the International Day of Light (16 May 2021), we've put together a collection of resources on how light science is helping to build a better world. We encourage you to have a look—and also to sign the Trust Science pledge.