Researchers at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and their partners have introduced an innovative concept termed “supercritical coupling,” which promises a significant enhancement in… Read More »Supercritical coupling enables eight-fold increase in photon upconversion efficiency
In the pursuit of sustainable energy solutions, the quest for more efficient solar cells is paramount. Organic photovoltaic cells have emerged as a promising alternative… Read More »Hemispherical-shell-shaped organic photovoltaic cells for absorption enhancement and improved angular coverage
In the dynamic landscape of microscopy, recent advancements in both hardware and algorithms have propelled our capacity to delve into the microscopic wonders of life.… Read More »High-speed modulation structured illumination microscopy for enhanced 3D imaging
Photonic integrated circuits are an important next-wave technology. These sophisticated microchips hold the potential to substantially decrease costs and increase speed and efficiency for electronic… Read More »Laser-printed microchips made easy, bypassing million-dollar facilities
In a groundbreaking leap toward the realization of the quantum internet, a collaborative effort between researchers at MIT and the University of Cambridge has yielded… Read More »Diamond microchiplet paves way for quantum internet
Groundbreaking advancements are unfolding in the realm of ultrabroadband white laser sources, spanning the spectrum from ultraviolet to far infrared. These lasers, with applications ranging… Read More »Water blazes a new trail for white laser technology
Ultra-intense ultrashort lasers wield a vast array of applications, spanning basic physics, national security, industrial services, and healthcare. In the realm of basic physics, these… Read More »Sapphire crystals blasts past petawatt laser limit
In a recent publication in Optica, researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder have harnessed doughnut-shaped beams of light to capture detailed images of minuscule… Read More »Doughnut-shaped light beams reveal secrets of tiny electronics
Optics is a branch of physics that explores the behavior and properties of light. Throughout history, the study of optics has evolved from early philosophical… Read More »What is Optics?
The era of unimpeded optical wireless communication may be upon us, thanks to a collaborative study involving Politecnico di Milano, Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna in Pisa,… Read More »Optical wireless revolutionized with shape-shifting light beams
Researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA), the University of Adelaide (UoA), and Yale University have recently introduced a groundbreaking method aimed at significantly… Read More »Optical scientists discover new way to boost fiber laser power
A new method of creating laser pulses, more than 1,000 times as powerful as those currently in existence, has been proposed by scientists in the… Read More »Scientists propose new method to create exawatt lasers
In the realm of holographic imaging, a persistent challenge has been the occurrence of unpredictable distortions in dynamic environments. Conventional deep learning techniques have often… Read More »TWC-Swin: Overcoming turbulence in holographic imaging with spatial coherence
Chirality is a remarkable property of objects, where their mirror images cannot align through translation or rotation. To harness powerful chiral light-matter interactions, which are… Read More »Anisotropic lattice induces strong chiral optical responses in metasurfaces with high Q factor
When two lattices with different angles or periodicities intersect, they create something fascinating: a moiré superlattice. This unique realm is where extraordinary phenomena like superconductivity… Read More »Robust Moiré flatbands controlled by band offset tuning
The classic children’s game of telephone operates on a simple premise: one person starts by whispering a message to the next player, who then passes… Read More »Quantum repeaters: The key to unlocking the power of quantum networks
In recent times, the integration of nonlinear optical functions into the world of integrated optics has generated considerable excitement. These innovations have showcased the potential… Read More »New approaches for integrated nonlinear optics in silicon
In our current era, we find ourselves amidst a relentless race towards the development of quantum computers, devices rooted in the mysterious principles of quantum… Read More »Silicon photonic chip could enable practical quantum simulation
Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have achieved a significant breakthrough, enhancing the efficiency of microcombs by a factor of 10. This achievement… Read More »Microcombs made 10 times more efficient, paving the way for new discoveries
In recent years, there has been a remarkable surge in the volume of data being transferred and processed every second. Emerging technologies like high-dimensional quantum… Read More »GIM-based light-mode coupler enables high-speed MDM system