New laser based on unusual physics phenomenon could improve telecommunications, computing

New laser based on unusual physics phenomenon could improve telecommunications, computing 01/18/2017 03:20 PM EST Researchers at the University of California, San Diego, have demonstrated the world's first laser based on an unconventional wave physics phenomenon called bound states in the continuum. The technology could revolutionize the development of surface lasers, making them more compact and energy-efficient for communications and computing applications. The new BIC lasers could also be developed as high-power lasers for industrial and defense applications. Full story at http://ucsdnews.ucsd.edu/pressrelease/new_laser_based_on_unusual_physics_phenomenon_could_improve_telecommunicati Source University of California, San Diego This is an NSF News From the Field item.   Follow NSF:  This email was sent using GovDelivery, on behalf of: National Science Foundation Update · 4201 Wilson Boulevard · Arlington, VA 22230 · 703-292-5111