Holograms help build 3D nanostructures
One-laser technique could pave the way for all-optical circuits
Read article: Prizes reward geophysics and optoelectronics
Prizes reward geophysics and optoelectronics
2002 Crafoord and Rank prizes recognize planetary science and fibre-optic technology
Read article: Triple jump lights up laser
Triple jump lights up laser
‘Three-photon excitation’ could lead to advances in fibre optics, data storage and medical imaging
Artificial black holes on the horizon
DIY black holes could emit ‘Hawking radiation’
Electrical pulses break light speed record
Long-range 'superluminal' pulses raise hopes of ultrafast data transmission
Crystal catches light pulses
The first solid to trap laser pulses could lead to super-efficient information storage
Read article: Space-age material could restore sight
Space-age material could restore sight
A novel light-sensitive ceramic may replace faulty cells in the human retina
Read article: Single-photon machine gears up
Single-photon machine gears up
A semiconductor device that emits one photon at a time could pave the way for quantum encryption
Read article: Solar cell edges towards endless energy
Solar cell edges towards endless energy
A new semiconductor uses visible light to extract 'clean' hydrogen fuel from water
Taking a closer look at light
Two new optical probes work on ultrashort and ultrafast scales
