Lockheed Martin confirms that scan-and-stare sensors payload is communicating with US Air Force following Florida launch.

University of Glasgow professor led development of suspended mirror technology used by LIGO and Virgo facilities.

Announces measures to tackle sale of unsafe pointers – following last month’s Misuse of Lasers bill.

Proliferation of the laser ranging technology in Las Vegas, as multiple developers showcase autonomous vehicle utility.

Australian Renewable Energy Agency announces new funding round at UNSW’s new Solar Industrial Research Facility in Sydney.

Analyst quantifies impact of digital lighting revolution on emissions from power plants.

New devices are tailored to particular applications; from chips to ready-to-use systems.

Under proposed new law, directing a laser at aircraft, road vehicles or ships could lead to a prison sentence, an unlimited fine – or both.

Commissioning of 'L3' beamline at giant Prague facility begins, with test operations slated for early 2018.

Well-known theoretical physicist won share of 2017 physics Nobel for work on gravitational waves.

Funding extended to cover main mirror and spares; extra cash means development is moved forward to "phase 1".

National Academies committee calls for inter-agency co-ordination and plan to build at least one new large-scale, open-access facility.