Jonathan Leach (Heriot-Watt University) presents “Single-photon detection for high-speed imaging and object identification” at #SPIESensors.

By combining depth information collected across a large area with its temporal profile, Leach explores how neural networks can be trained to identify objects.

@milespadgett.bsky.social, University of Glasgow, joins us at #SPIESensors to present “An endoscope the thickness of a human hair.”

A fascinating look at the possibilities for developing ultrathin endoscopic technologies.

To wrap up “Photonics Talks” at #SPIESensors we’re joined by Andreas Kunz of Fisba AG. 💡

He is highlighting the critical role of micro-optics in laser systems, from rangefinders to #directed-energy systems, and why manufacturing these components is a strategic capability.

Technology Scotland’s Photonics for Space and Quantum Technologies Special Interest Groups are joining forces at #SPIESensors! 🚀

They are exploring how #photonics and #quantum technologies can complement each other, and how collaboration across both communities can accelerate future innovations.

Eric McNeil (Marks & Clerks) joins us at #SPIESensors to talk through sensing and imaging IP exploring patentable subject matter, what investors value, and real EPO cases, highlighting how innovators may be able to protect more than they think. 💡

Roy Bookham of Dstl (retired) joins us on the plenary stage to wrap up today’s plenary session with his thoughts on the evolving threat of uncrewed systems and the innovations needed to detect, track, and identify increasingly sophisticated drone threats.

#SPIESensors

Next up is Tim J. Wright (University of Leeds).

He is presenting on how satellite radar interferometry is transforming the monitoring of critical infrastructure and our hazardous planet, from landslides and volcanoes to earthquakes and tectonic processes.

#SPIESensors #interferometry

Kyriaki Minoglou (ESA) joins us on the plenary stage to explore the optical technologies shaping Earth observation, deep-space exploration, optical communications, and Europe’s future in space. 🛰️

#ESA #Astronomy #SPIESensors

Noah Schlossberger of NIST is presenting his research on field imaging with Rydberg atoms at #SPIESensors! ⚛️

He uses quantum sensors to spatially resolve RF electric fields and determine the angle-of-arrival of incident radiation to within a degree.

Kevin Weatherill of Durham University is presenting his team’s research on multi-spectral terahertz imaging using an atomic sensor, demonstrating two-colour THz imaging at 0.55 and 1.1 THz with applications in food inspection, and material discrimination. #SPIESensors