Novel approach uses cell engineering and optical detection of ultrasound to image deep tumor.

Multitude of new optical spectroscopy equipment on show at the annual analytical science convention.

Smaller and more efficient version of the digital micromirror device technology is designed for handheld spectrometers.

Polatis providing photonic foundation for an "open programmable smart city".

US Department of Defense green-lights BAE Systems’ anti-missile protection system.

Optical technology provides full 360-degree views of a mobile handset user's surroundings.

"True-focus" optical functionality enhances hazardous area smartphone; on show at Mobile World Congress 2015.

Wellman Center paint-on dressing maps tissue oxygenation in wounds, burns and grafts.

Design flaws in original equipment see replacement of near-infrared detectors in three JWST instruments.

University at Buffalo probe improves image quality and also facilitates drug delivery.

$29.5M deal with US Office of Naval Research expected to result in 'exceptional accuracy' of new laser weapons on warships.

French startup says attraction is its silicon platform, which features "no moving parts".