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Avinash Upadhya awarded one of the Robinson Research Institute Step Research Funding

Dr Avinash Upadhya has received a Robinson Research Institute Step Research Funding grant for his project on non-invasive optical imaging to assess oocyte and embryo quality related to advanced maternal age. His team includes Darren Chow and Tiffany Tan, and they aim to develop a multimodal label-free imaging approach.

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COMBS Workshop Success

Kishan Dholakia COMBS

Last week, we were pleased to host the inaugural Microcomb-enabled Spectroscopy and Microscopy theme meeting for the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science (COMBS). The common goal is to miniaturise the world’s most accurate measurement tool into a chip the size of a fingernail. To achieve this, the research teams are combining their expertise in hyperspectral imaging and structured light with Microcombs technology.

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CLL advancing the frontier of speckle metrology

Speckle Pattern

We are thrilled to highlight the recent publication of an "Expert Recommendation" in Nature Reviews Physics, showcasing exceptional work from the University of St Andrews and the Centre of Light for Life team. This recommendation is set to advance the field of speckle metrology.

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Nominated in the prestigious Land Forces 2024 Innovation Awards

Dr Ben Sparkes

We're thrilled to announce that DSTG (SA) has been nominated as an Emerging Technology Finalist at the 2024 Land Forces International Land Defence Exposition Innovation Awards! Their innovative project, led by Scientist Dr Ben Sparkes, offers a groundbreaking alternative to GPS for navigation, timing, and synchronisation.

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Exploring the Impact of Photonics on South Australia

Photonics in Focus

Recently, Piers Lincoln, IPAS Institute Manager, and Peter Shute, CEO & Managing Director at Norseld - Photonics & Norseld - Medical Lasers, joined Dr Judy Halliday from the Department of State Development for an insightful panel discussion on the transformative power of photonics technology.

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Interim Director join the AEA Advisory Board

AEA

IPAS is thrilled to announce that our Interim Director, Professor Mark Hutchinson, has been appointed to the newly formed Australia's Economic Accelerator (AEA) Advisory Board. This prestigious group of experts is dedicated to transforming university research into innovative products and businesses, driving real-world impact across Australia.

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IPAS Deputy Director selected as a 2024 SA Scientist of the Year Finalist

Heike 2023

Congratulations Prof Heike Ebendorff-Heidepriem who was successfully selected as a 2024 South Australian Scientist of the Year finalist.  Heike, Deputy Director of the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS), is a world-renowned researcher and leader in optical glass and fibre with multiple of international recognitions and awards. As a 2023 ARC Industry Laureate, Heike is leading the transformative development of ZBLAN Space Fibre, an innovation with potential to revolutionise global internet connectivity and data transfer rates at the School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Science, the University of Adelaide. 

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Congratulations to Georgina Sylvia: 2024 ADM Long-List Nominee!

Georgina Sylvia

Congratulations to Georgina Sylvia, who has been long-listed for the 2024 ADM Awards in the Project Management category! This nomination highlights her exceptional contributions and expertise in project management, particularly her key role in helping the Adelaide Portable Atomic Clock achieve several milestone deliverables in 2023.

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New Training Centre to Advance Future Quantum Tech

Image of a purple chip

Almost $5 million has been awarded in funding to a training centre led by the University of Adelaide which will provide technical and leadership skills to the next generation of quantum technology leaders in biology, engineering, and physics.

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IPAS at BIOS 2024

Photo of Prof Mark Hutchinson at Biophotonics with the Australian Delegation

IPAS Director Professor Mark Hutchinson recently attended the BIO International Convention in San Diego, representing the University of Adelaide and the new Adelaide University as part of Team Australia and Team South Australia. He connected with industry leaders, explored cutting-edge technologies, and discussed the future of AI in healthcare.

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