The ability to convert wavelengths of light is a crucial requirement in the improvement of many imaging, sensing and communication technologies. Endoscopy probes are just one example where this ...

Banner image: UV light being emitted by a krypton chloride excimer lamp, fueled by molecules moving between different states of energy. (Credit: Linden Research Group) A specific wavelength of ...

How can we measure visible light? The electromagnetic spectrum includes all forms of light energy, known as electromagnetic radiation. (1) Different types of electromagnetic radiation such as radio ...

Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have fabricated a device to increase or “up-convert” the frequency of short infrared light to the visible range. Up-conversion of light has ...

A research team co-led by Qiang Lin, a professor of electrical and computer engineering at the University of Rochester, NY, USA, developed the first multi-wavelength integrated laser to achieve the ...

A specific wavelength of ultraviolet (UV) light is not only extremely effective at killing the virus which causes COVID-19, but is also safer for use in public spaces, finds new University of Colorado ...

The speed of light varies in materials, impacting fiber optics, laser systems, and semiconductor lithography through complex ...

Laser wavelength selection, a critical determinant of accuracy and data quality, is guided by factors such as resonance, fluorescence, and sample absorption. Ensuring the correct laser wavelength ...