Newsletter | October 22, 2025

10.22.25 -- The Promise Of Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy, Advanced NIR And SWIR Spectroscopy, & More

Illuminating Skin Diagnostics: The Promise Of Diffuse Reflectance Spectroscopy

Diffuse reflectance spectroscopy is redefining skin diagnostics through non-invasive, quantitative, and portable analysis – advancing cancer detection, skin health monitoring, and future personalized care.

SPOTLIGHT ON SPECTROSCOPY

Thin-Film Optical Mirrors Drive VIRUS Spectrograph In Dark Energy Experiment

Specialized optical mirrors were provided to Texas A&M and the University of Texas for the VIRUS instrument, a key part of the Hobby-Eberly Telescope Dark Energy Experiment (HETDEX).

Near-Field Scanning Optical Microscopes: Capabilities And Applications

NSOM techniques and instrumentation have evolved to become vital tools for material characterization, providing high-quality data and continually expanding utility.

INDUSTRY INSIGHTS

Delivering Accurate, Fast Gas Analysis For Life Science Applications

PbS and PbSe detectors enable precise gas analysis in life sciences, offering high sensitivity, fast response, and reliable detection of CO₂ and anesthetic gases for various applications.

How Custom Filters Can Optimize Instrument Performance

Raman spectroscopy relies on precise optical filters to isolate weak signals from intense laser light. Custom edge, notch, and dichroic filters enhance signal-to-noise and support high-performance Raman systems.

Advanced NIR And SWIR Spectroscopy: High-Resolution Analysis

Explore NIR and SWIR spectroscopy using linear and 2D FPAs for simultaneous spectral and spatial analysis, enabling material identification and in vivo measurements with extended wavelength sensitivity.

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FEATURED MULTIMEDIA

New Immersion Grating For Astronomy Applications

The new Immersion Grating offers compact, high-performance infrared spectroscopy, ideal for astronomy, satellites, and large telescopes, delivering precise solutions for advanced optical applications.

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