Image OSC Colloquium: Douglas Lanman, "How to Pass the Visual Turing Test in AR/VR" Nov. 9, 2023 Douglas Lanman Senior Director of Display Systems Research Reality Labs Research, Meta How can a display appear indistinguishable from reality? We describe how to pass this “visual Turing test” using AR/VR headsets, emphasizing the perceptually driven joint design of optics, display components, rendering algorithms, and sensing elements. Read more
naair.arizona.edu: Large UA representation at 2023 AISES National Conference underscores the importance and commitment of supporting indigenous students in STEM Nov. 7, 2023 Read more
news.arizona.edu: UArizona announces $118.65M in gifts toward $3B fundraising campaign Nov. 3, 2023 Read more
Image OSC Colloquium: Mohan Sarovar, "Quantum Algorithms and Applications Research at Sandia" Nov. 2, 2023 Mohan Sarovar Distinguished Member of Technical Staff Sandia National Labs The Quantum Algorithms and Applications Collaboratory (QuAAC) is a group of scientists at Sandia National Laboratories working to answer the questions, "what might quantum computers be used for?" and "what kinds of verifiable advantages might they offer over conventional classical computers?". In this talk, I’ll briefly introduce QuAAC and go over some of the research directions we are currently pursuing. Read more
Contracts & Grants: Megaqubit Quantum Router for High-Speed Entanglement Distribution using a Dual-Uplink Configuration Nov. 1, 2023 Read more
Image Wyant College of Optical Sciences Students Celebrate Día de Los Muertos Nov. 1, 2023 Stop by the 8th floor patio up to Nov. 3 to help celebrate our loved ones, or add a picture of your own. Today, November 2nd, join us to celebrate Día de los Muertos and eat pan de muerto from 4-5pm on the 8th floor patio. Learn more about the tradition and its history. Read more
Contracts & Grants: Experimental Study of Radiometric Calibration Results Comparing Standards of Radiance and Reflectance Oct. 31, 2023 Read more
Image Spooky Masquerade and Networking Event Oct. 31, 2023 Everyone had a spooky good time at the Masquerade and Networking Event on October 31, 2023. Games were played, costumes were displayed, and snacks were had! Take a look at the activities and creativity in the album! Read more