optics.org research channel

Optical spectroscopy identifies responders

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:26:54 GMT

Measuring haemoglobin concentration using optical spectroscopy could provide an early predictor of a tumour's response to chemotherapy.

Sound approach to optical microscopy

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 07:19:52 GMT

German scientists move well beyond the penetration limits of optical microscopy thanks to a technique that uses the sound of light.

Astrophotonics: measuring up to the universe

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 12:31:21 GMT

Photonics opens up new era for astronomical instruments.

Green lasers gear up for display markets

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 07:00:00 GMT

The advent of cheap and efficient green lasers is eliminating one of the last remaining hurdles to the commercial success of laser displays and laser television. As Breck Hitz explains, laser vendors are rolling out a raft of innovative products to drive market growth.

GE claims data storage breakthrough

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 08:10:13 GMT

Data stored using microholograms could allow 100 DVDs to fit on one disc within three years.

LIDAR system achieves pinpoint precision

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:56:20 GMT

A laser ranging system targets future formation-flying satellite missions.

In the spotlight: OLEDs in a final push to market

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 07:00:00 GMT

OLEDs are making waves in the displays and lighting markets. Stefan Grabowski tells Marie Freebody about the milestones that need to be reached before the technology finds widespread commercialization.

QD-LEDs emit over whole visible spectrum

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 07:04:40 GMT

MIT researchers develop unique structure to make RGB-emitting devices.

CrystalClear outcomes on PV efficiency

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:59:04 GMT

Pan-European R&D project pushes cost:performance of industrial crystalline-silicon photovoltaic technology.

Get on the bus

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:00:15 GMT

Prototype solar power source is put through its paces for possible mass-transit applications.