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Stewart Wills | 03 July 2020
Gene-expression switch that turns on in red light and off in white light could help extend optogenetic control to plant biology. read more
William G. Schulz | 02 July 2020
Photosynthesis model shows how green plants transform light energy into chemical energy, which could be useful for solar power designs. read more
Edwin Cartlidge | 01 July 2020
Resonator’s spectrum could be exploited in new types of nanomechanical sensors for measuring force or mass. read more
Stewart Wills | 29 June 2020
The gradual reopening of economies after COVID-19 lockdowns has rekindled research and business activity—but pervasive uncertainty remains. read more
Stewart Wills | 26 June 2020
Two groups sketch out different potential approaches for safely using ultraviolet light to defang the coronavirus in occupied indoor settings. read more
OPN Staff | 26 June 2020
A long-time advocate for STEM equity talked with OPN about the lack of Black representation in physics, and some of the factors that may be working against a more diverse system. read more
Meeri Kim | 25 June 2020
A rapid, cost-effective device for antibody detection uses bioluminescent proteins, cotton threads and a smartphone. read more
Patricia Daukantas | 24 June 2020
Single-pixel detection scheme enables good image quality using much lower light power than traditional OCT setups. read more
Stewart Wills | 22 June 2020
Research group reports advance toward chip-based, microring combs that can be manufactured at scale—a potential impetus to new applications in sensing, metrology and more. read more
Molly Moser | 22 June 2020
Two members of the Advanced Photonics Congress Strategic Planning Committee discuss the highlights of the upcoming virtual meeting and share a few predictions about the congress’ future. read more