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    Persistent photonics

    Peter Fretty
    Aug. 23, 2023
    The growth rate across the entire photonics community has been nothing short of astonishing.
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    Photonics M&A activity is off to a slow start in Q1 2024

    Linda Smith
    April 22, 2024
    Metrology (advanced manufacturing) and surveillance and navigation (defense, security, and transportation) had the most merger and acquisition activity this quarter.
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    Why it’s vital to push government statistical agencies to track the photonics industry

    Patricia Panchak
    April 15, 2024
    How standardized data can help address the photonics skilled workforce shortage.
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    A practical step to increase the awareness of photonics

    Patricia Panchak
    April 8, 2024
    It’s time to push for government economic statistical agencies to track photonics industries.
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    First impressions of and takeaways from Photonics West

    Patricia Panchak
    Feb. 8, 2024
    While the focus at the show was on advances in research, technology, and commercialization, I’m taking some time first to consider the people and the community’s vibe.

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    How to resolve the photonics community’s skilled workforce shortage

    Patricia Panchak
    Jan. 16, 2024
    Two research reports offer insight into the type of commitment required to get—and stay—ahead of a seemingly intractable problem.
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    Disruptors are the ultimate innovation

    Peter Fretty
    June 26, 2023
    When innovation is also disruptive in nature, the ripple effect can quickly turn into waves.
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    6 benefits to entering the 2023 Laser Focus World Innovators Awards (UPDATED)

    May 23, 2023
    Still considering an entry to the 2023 Laser Focus World Innovators Awards program? Here are the six benefits to doing so.
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    Industry or community

    Peter Fretty
    May 15, 2023
    The sense of community is always present at the larger trade shows like SPIE Photonics West each year and then again at the LASER World of PHOTONICS event in Munich every other...
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    What’s your innovation immunity level—and should you be concerned?

    Peter Fretty
    April 11, 2023
    It is crucial to find ways to make sure people using photonics-based products know about and understand the significance of the continued innovation taking place within the industry...