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Helping NASA see the universe in a new light
The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will let scientists survey the cosmos like never before, thanks in part to dozens of URochester alumni.
How light can fight abdominal infections
A light-activated therapy being tested at URochester could give doctors an antibiotic-free way to target stubborn abdominal infections.
New imaging technique sees through deep tissue, dense fog, and other obstacles
The AI-enhanced technology could improve noninvasive cancer imaging, lower costs, and make LiDAR systems more effective in poor visibility.
URochester faculty appointed to named professorships
Named positions are part of a long-standing tradition to celebrate the work of URochester’s faculty as researchers, scholars, and teachers.
NSF selects Rochester, New York, and Finger Lakes region as national laser innovation hub
The URochester-led NSF STELLAR Engine launches with $15 million in federal funding.
The biggest misconception about vision? That you see reality
Human vision isn’t a direct recording of the world. That’s why virtual and augmented reality still struggle to replicate it.
New method turns ocean water into drinking water, without waste
The energy-efficient desalination system produces fresh water without chemical additives and transforms leftover salts into useful materials.