MKS Inc., a global provider of enabling technologies that transform our world, announces at SPIE Defense + Security 2026 the Ophir® SWIR 50-1000 mm f/5.5-9.5 continuous zoom lens, a long-range imaging solution engineered for the most demanding tactical and surveillance applications.
Femtosecond optical pumping in DyFeO3 modifies exchange interactions, reshaping magnon spectra and paving the way for energy-efficient spintronic devices.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
28 Apr 2026
This study presents a quantum photonic approach to time-series forecasting, enhancing prediction accuracy through multiphoton states and quantum correlations.
By Akshatha Chandrashekar
27 Apr 2026
Researchers from Skoltech (part of the VEB.RF group) and the Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics have developed an approach that helps optimize the parameters of a laser-plasma source of attosecond pulses — ultrashort flashes of light used in physics experiments.
The iSFR model enables accurate non-contact tissue analysis, achieving a 6.2% prediction error and overcoming limitations of traditional fiber-optic methods.
By Muhammad Osama
23 Apr 2026
This study presents a novel implantable retina that uses multilayer optical filters to convert near-infrared light into signals, enhancing visual prosthetics.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
22 Apr 2026
Strengthening measurement infrastructure is crucial for Canada to achieve net zero emissions, enabling real-time tracking and informed decision-making.
Photoluminescence spectroscopy reveals electron temperature profiles in GaAs, highlighting hydrodynamic transport and deviations from the Wiedemann-Franz law.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
21 Apr 2026
Combining hyperspectral imaging and AI, this research identifies oxidative stress in red blood cells, paving the way for early detection of diseases like ASD.
By Akshatha Chandrashekar
20 Apr 2026
Artemis II's O2O system revolutionizes space communication, enabling high-bandwidth laser transmission for real-time data exchange during lunar missions.
By Muhammad Osama
16 Apr 2026
Electrically tunable metasurfaces achieve efficient wavelength modulation under 5 V, enhancing optical communication and integrated photonic device scalability.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
15 Apr 2026
The Kraft Heinz Company has become the first branded food manufacturer to join Polytag’s Ecotrace program, an industry-led initiative aimed at improving the recyclability of packaging in the UK.
Raman spectroscopy reveals a novel extracellular cyanobacterial pigment with unique molecular signatures, enhancing understanding of microbial photoprotection.
By Dr. Noopur Jain
14 Apr 2026
Research on X-ray and gamma-ray beams highlights their advantages in interstellar communication, offering new strategies for detecting extraterrestrial signals.
By Akshatha Chandrashekar
13 Apr 2026
Researchers from the Monash University School of Physics and Astronomy have flipped a long-held assumption in optics, showing that deliberately introducing controlled disorder into ultra-thin optical devices can dramatically increase their power and versatility, without making them bigger or more complex.