Tag: Institute of Optics
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.
Engineers help volunteer group provide protective gear for caregivers
A University engineering team uses 3-D printers and laser cutters to make face shields as part of a community-wide effort to supply much-needed safety equipment.
Lasers etch an efficient way to address global water crisis
Researchers in the lab of optics professor Chunlei Guo use lasers, sunlight, and aluminum panels to develop the most efficient means yet of purifying contaminated water.
Two Rochester scientists earn national recognition for excellence in engineering
Faculty members Benjamin Miller and Marvin Doyley have been inducted as fellows of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering.
Rochester scientists receive NSF CAREER awards
The National Science Foundation has granted its most prestigious award in support of junior faculty, the Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) award, to several University of Rochester researchers this year.
Lasers etch a ‘perfect’ solar energy absorber
The University of Rochester research lab that recently used lasers to create unsinkable metal structures has now demonstrated how the same technology could be used to create highly efficient solar power generators.