Tag: Institute of Optics
Susana Marcos to lead Center for Visual Science
Internationally recognized pioneer in vision science and its applications is named the next director of one of the University’s most highly regarded research centers.
An optical coating like no other
Researchers in the Institute of Optics have developed a new class of optical coatings, Fano Resonance Optical Coatings, that can both reflect and transmit the same wavelength simultaneously.
Chip on a card would detect COVID-19 antibodies in a minute
Researchers in Rochester are developing a “completely new diagnostic platform” that could prove to be a valuable clinical tool for detecting exposure to multiple viruses from a single drop of blood.
Jannick Rolland named fellow of National Academy of Inventors
The director of the Center for Freeform Optics holds more than 50 patents and is considered a pioneer in optical applications in augmented and virtual reality.
Building a quantum network one node at a time
New research demonstrates a way to use quantum properties of light to transmit information, a key step on the path to the next generation of computing and communications systems.
Finally, a way to see molecules ‘wobble’
Breakthrough by international optics team reveals how proteins behave in 3D, enabling new insights into cell behavior and disease progression
Imaging the secret lives of immune cells in the eye
Rochester researchers combine videography and artificial intelligence to track the interactions of microscopic immune cells in a living eye without dyes or damage, a first for imaging science.
Rochester researchers document record-setting optical fiber
Work shows the innovative fiber—made of seven capillaries surrounding a hollow core—may be a promising platform for quantum information processing and other applications.
Rochester researcher recognized with national award for outstanding vision research
National vision research organization recognizes David Williams for his research, the organization’s third consecutive honoree with University of Rochester ties.
Project creates more powerful, versatile ultrafast laser pulse
Institute of Optics research sets record for shortest pulse for newly developed technology, work that has important applications in engineering and biomedicine.