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Commercialising the Real-Time Identification of Minerals, Materials and Chemicals
Defence Trailblazer, the University of Adelaide and Loughan Technology Group have signed a research project agreement to advance the development and commercialisation of Novel Fluorescence technology. The groundbreaking project aims to address significant challenges in the real-time field detection of hazardous materials, minerals, and chemicals.
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2024 IPAS Photonics Showcase and Pizza Night
Join IPAS to explore cutting-edge photonics technology! Enjoy poster presentations, lab tours, demos & network with experts over FREE pizza!
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Inspiring Future Scientists: A Successful Careers Night at IPAS
The Australian Institute of Physics and the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS) hosted a vibrant Careers Night, attracting over 100 students and parents eager to explore the world of physics and STEM. Now in its third year, this annual event continues to grow, highlighting the increasing interest in physics studies among high school students.
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Space fibres touch down for in-depth analysis
Glass fibre drawn in space has returned back to the University's Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing for anlaysis. The fibre could prove transformative for quantum communication due to its properties.
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R U OK? Day at IPAS
September 12 is R U OK? Day, a reminder to stay connected and have meaningful conversations to support one another through tough times. As part of this National Day of Action, we invited our community to engage in meaningful conversations in a safe and supportive setting.
IPAS at SPIE Optics + Photonics 2024
We celebrate the contributions of IPAS members who recently participated in the SPIE Optics + Photonics 2024 conference in San Diego. The Centre of Light for Life (CLL) at IPAS was well-represented by Professor Kishan Dholakia, Dr Chris Perrella, and PhD candidate Alexander Trowbridge, who showcased their cutting-edge research to an international audience.
Dr Emma Watson Awarded 2025 DECRA for Nucleic Acid-Based Molecular Circuitry
Congratulations to Dr Emma Watson on receiving the Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA), with funding totaling $483,591. This award will support her innovative project, "Nucleic Acid-Based Molecular Circuitry to Control Biological Processes," which aims to advance the field of biosensing and molecular control.
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Dr Cheryl Law Awarded 2025 DECRA for Shark-Inspired Remote Sensors
Dr. Cheryl Law has been awarded a 2025 Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA), which includes a funding of $456,691. The award will support her innovative project titled "Shark-Inspired Remote Sensors," aimed at revolutionising remote sensing technology by emulating the remarkable capabilities of shark skin.
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Dr Avinash Upadhya Awarded RRI Step Research Funding
Dr Avinash Upadhya from IPAS has received Robinson Research Institute Step Research Funding for his project on non-invasive optical imaging to assess oocyte and embryo quality. Supported by leaders Kylie Dunning (RRI) and Kishan Dholakia (IPAS), this multidisciplinary research showcases the strength of collaboration in advancing innovative solutions.
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Professor Kishan Dholakia Elected as SPIE Society Director 2025-2027
Professor Kishan Dholakia has been elected as a Society Director for SPIE, the International Society for Optics and Photonics. His term will run from 2025 to 2027, during which he will have the opportunity to shape the future direction of SPIE and make significant contributions to the global optics and photonics community worldwide.
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