A new twist in optical traps
CAPTION: A group of four particles rotated by the helical wavefronts of light in a Bessel light beam
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Lighting up the future
Professor Ifor Samuel of the School of Physics and Astronomy delivered his inaugural lecture this month.
Lasers in medicine
Scientists in Scotland are developing new studies into how the latest laser trapping methods can assist in the safe and non-destructive delivery of therapeutic molecules into cells, which may lead to new, improved methods for drug delivery.
Physicists ‘score’ with beer-can idea
CAPTION: The light-emitting display material being developed by University of St Andrews' Scientists.
Breakthrough in ‘self-healing’ light beams
CAPTION: Cross section along a reconstructing Bessel beam. The beam propagates from left to right. The beam is blocked at the marked position and is seen to reform a short distance later.
Top European award for laser expert
PICTURE CAPTION: Professor Sibbett with an ultrafast-laser which is excited by simple red diode lasers.
Bright spark creates powerful new light devices
A University of St Andrews scientist is the bright spark behind some of the world's most efficient new lighting devices.
Glowing accolade for solar physicist
A University of St Andrews solar physicist is to be awarded one of the world's most prestigious accolades for his shining contribution to solar theory.
Celebration of physics
An open event showcasing exciting science, from optical techniques in medicine to the possibility of creating artificial black holes here on Earth, is being held at the University of St Andrews.
Scientist appointed to Dundee science centre
A University of St Andrews scientist has been appointed a Director of one of Scotland's top science centres.