Photonics giant will use proceeds of sale to private equity group Advent to reduce debt; stock drops despite record sales.

Fluorescence lifetime method characterizes thousands of molecules quickly and simultaneously.

Hybrid system achieves position accuracy greater than 0.1% of distance traveled in 1.4km deep mine.

Aston University trialing “breakthrough” approach in Birmingham; using busy railway viaduct as test site.

Sales revenues poised to exceed $500M in September quarter amid 'major' capacity expansion.

Fluorescence technique reveals response of cancer cells when physically squeezed.

Program to feature U.S. agencies for federal policy, funding, product development, and procurement.

High-power laser manufacturer beats sales expectations after record quarter for its aerospace and defense division.

Fiber laser firm’s 'Crossbow' system is designed to destroy small drones; CEO says tariff impacts 'largely mitigated'.

...and Tokyo Inst. of Science achieves “lowest” operating voltage for white OLEDs

...and solar panels and rice fields thrive together in Japanese agrivoltaics pilot.

Plenary sessions highlight wide-ranging optical engineering challenges.