Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast

The need to boost the photonics and optics workforce remains critical. But attracting technicians and engineers remains a challenge.
In this episode, Host Justine Murphy examines the increasing number of technician training programs around the country, and talks with a few of those who remain motivated to help alleviate the industrywide struggle.
 

This episode features an interesting discussion with Jerome Paye, CEO of laser-powered particle accelerator developer TAU Systems. He has over 20 years of industry leadership and research experience, including as a contributor to the early design of France’s Laser Megajoule facility.
He talked with Host Justine Murphy about his different experiences, what he’s learned along the way, and his thoughts on the future.

Here is some Light News: quantum edition, which features a quick roundup of some of the coolest, most exciting news impacting the quantum sector of the photonics industry. 

This episode kicks off a monthly series that will examine specific topics via the perspectives of industry experts.
This installment focuses on the emerging relationship between photonics and AI. Host Justine Murphy chatted recently with two experts to get their thoughts: Oriole CEO James Regan and Vickram Vathulya, CEO of Sivers Semiconductors.

Host Justine Murphy talked recently with Maurice Steinman, senior VP and general manager of the U.S. division of optical computing specialist Lightelligence.
Here, he offers his perspectives on ever-advancing technologies and his thoughts on the future, and shares some lessons he’s learned throughout his storied career.

Here's a roundup of some of the most interesting and exciting things happening in the photonics industry!

In this episode, Host Justine Murphy talks with Dr. Talya Vaknin, head of research at LightSolver, a company specializing in laser-based computer processing. 
They discussed her work and experiences in the industry, as well as her passion for enriching the world via technological advancements.
 

FAMES Pilot Line is the leading initiative under the European Chips Act, and it's helping advance Europe's semiconductor technologies.
In this episode of Following the Photons, FAMES coordinator Dominique Noguet talks with Host Justine Murphy about the initiative and related educational training programs, as well as its role in Europe’s ever-advancing semiconductor industry.

This second of a two-part series featuring Giacomo Vacca, founder/president/CEO of Kinetic River, takes a closer look at the company, its history, and many innovations.
Giacomo also offers an update on current happenings, what the future holds, and Kinetic River’s place in it.
 

This first of a two-part series features Giacomo Vacca, founder, president, and CEO of Kinetic River. 
In this episode, he and Host Justine Murphy delve into his background and many notable technology developments and accomplishments, and they take a look back at the experiences he says have helped shape his career.