NSF funds multi-institutional design of world-leading NSF OPAL laser at Rochester
The ultrahigh-intensity laser facility has the potential to be a unique open-access resource for the global scientific community.
Could artificial intelligence power the future of fusion?
Rochester scientists will develop machine learning to help predict, design, and improve laser-fusion implosions for inertial fusion energy.
Laser Lab’s pulsed laser research gets boost from federal funding
A new Department of Defense contract taps Rochester’s expertise in pulsed lasers for national defense efforts.
Faculty lauded for research and service contributions
The US Department of Energy and the European Academy of Sciences are among the organizations recognizing Rochester faculty.
New technique may help achieve mass production fusion energy
Dynamic shell formation has been demonstrated experimentally for the first time at the University of Rochester’s Laboratory for Laser Energetics.
Stephen Dewhurst appointed vice president for research
Stephen Dewhurst has been named the University’s vice president for research following a national search.
Laboratory for Laser Energetics joins team to develop commercial fusion energy
A Department of Energy program partners private companies with national laboratories and universities to design the first commercial fusion power plant.
Awards honor outstanding staff contributions
The annual President’s Staff Awards celebrate the accomplishments of staff members across the University.
Federal funding bolsters Rochester’s development of next-generation lasers
The National Science Foundation grant will connect University, industry, and business partners to grow the region’s laser workforce.
Awards and accolades set Rochester faculty apart
The National Academy of Sciences, the American Musical Instrument Society, and the American Educational Research Association are among the organizations honoring faculty.