...while the European Southern Observatory's ELT telescope will be powered by the sun.

Intel, Sony, and NTT establish a new 'innovation forum' targeting 100-fold improvements to traditional optical networks.

Newly-signed contract details “nine years of work and 1,300 tons of structural steel” before structure ready to accept mirrors.

Swiss research center aims to meet future challenges in predictive imaging and the needs of developing countries.

Laser physics graduate Carol Monaghan MP praises industry at Photonex but tells it to take more positive recruitment action.

Optics, electronics and software on robust chassis are foundation for "game-changing" battlefield capability, says defense giant.

Market analyst Digi-Capital to make global trends predictions at European AWE "XR" conference in Germany, next week.

James Peebles, Michel Mayor and Didier Queloz recognised for contributions to understanding of the evolution of the universe.

Alta Devices solar tech expected to power Stanford’s car 3000km in trans-Australia rally.

Projected guide lines on the floor in front of patient achieve clear reduction in symptoms.

Replacement announced for Prof. Reinhart Poprawe, the outgoing previous chairholder and director.

New 'ZEUS' facility will become the highest-power laser in the US when completed.