Recent News
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Alumnus Highlight
In 1972, David Stoltzmann completed his Master of Science degree in Optics at the University of Rochester's Institute of Optics. Since then, his career has been closely linked to the field.
Photon Cup—A History
Photon Cup is not only an annual tradition at the University of Rochester's Institute of Optics, but also a celebration of student engagement and creativity.
Get to Know a Professor
Pablo A. Postigo is an esteemed scholar in the field of Optics, specializing in quantum photonics, laser technology, photovoltaic energy, photocatalysis, and photon bio-applications through the integration of nanotechnology and photonics (specifically, nanophotonics).
Photon Camp
Since its inception in 2013, Photon Camp has been a cherished educational opportunity at The Institute of Optics, University of Rochester.
Undergraduate Student Awards
Trevor Shooshan and Emily Dill have received the Britton Award, granted annually to freshmen at the University of Rochester who excel academically and demonstrate a keen interest in optics.
William F. Krupke establishes a distinguished professorship of optics as part of the Wyant Challenge
This optics leader and entrepreneur's generosity is helping to shape scientific progress and advance the field of optics.
Reengineering the concert experience
Stu Elby ’82 helps make Sphere a revolutionary entertainment venue.
May 2024 in Photos
In May, the University celebrated the Class of 2024—with a few detours along the way. Take a look back at the month in photos.
Streamlined microcomb design provides control with the flip of a switch
Microcomb lasers developed at the University of Rochester offer a new path for developing frequency comb generators at a microchip scale.
New surface acoustic wave techniques could lead to surfing a quantum internet
Researchers have developed new methods to couple light to sound waves that glide on surfaces.