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Alumnus Highlight
In 1972, David Stoltzmann completed his Master of Science degree in Optics at the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ'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 Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ'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, Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ.

Undergraduate Student Awards
Trevor Shooshan and Emily Dill have received the Britton Award, granted annually to freshmen at the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ who excel academically and demonstrate a keen interest in optics.

This optics leader and entrepreneur's generosity is helping to shape scientific progress and advance the field of optics.

Stu Elby ’82 helps make Sphere a revolutionary entertainment venue.

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.

Microcomb lasers developed at the Ïã½¶ÊÓÆµ offer a new path for developing frequency comb generators at a microchip scale.

Researchers have developed new methods to couple light to sound waves that glide on surfaces.