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October 24: Workshop on Metasurfaces (M), Freeform Surfaces (F), and Gradient-Index Materials (G)
The Institute of Optics at the University of Rochester is organizing a workshop to find national and international academic and industrial collaborations.
Undergraduate Student Awards
Trevor Shooshan and Emily Dill have received the Britton Award, granted annually to freshmen at the University of Rochester who excel academically and demonstrate a keen interest in optics.
Photon Camp
Since its inception in 2013, Photon Camp has been a cherished educational opportunity at The Institute of Optics, University of Rochester.
Get to Know a Professor
Pablo A. Postigo is an esteemed scholar in the field of Optics, specializing in quantum photonics, laser technology, photovoltaic energy, photocatalysis, and photon bio-applications through the integration of nanotechnology and photonics (specifically, nanophotonics).
Photon Cup—A History
Photon Cup is not only an annual tradition at the University of Rochester's Institute of Optics, but also a celebration of student engagement and creativity.
Alumnus Highlight
In 1972, David Stoltzmann completed his Master of Science degree in Optics at the University of Rochester's Institute of Optics. Since then, his career has been closely linked to the field.
William F. Krupke establishes a distinguished professorship of optics as part of the Wyant Challenge
This optics leader and entrepreneur's generosity is helping to shape scientific progress and advance the field of optics.
Institute alumnus Wade Cook to lead AIM Photonics
Institute of Optics alumnus William (Wade) Cook ’04 (PhD) has been named executive director of AIM Photonics, the public-private partnership of industry and federal and state governments dedicated to advancing photonic integrated circuit manufacturing in the U.S.