
Research
Light-based solutions from fundamental and applied research to prototype and technology development.

The doctoral pilot programme
Innovative Doctoral Education Ecosystem for Photonics – I-DEEP
The overall rationale of I-DEEP is to educate a new generation of doctoral students through innovative approaches that accelerate graduation time without compromising the quality of education.
Upcoming Events
Finnish Photonics Student Industry Forum 2026, Oct. 12, 2026
October 12, 2026 12:00 – 14:00
Theme: From Research to Real-World Impact: Careers, Communication & Innovation in Photonics What does it take to turn photonics knowledge…
Read moreConference: Quantum Correlated Light and Matter, Nov. 3-6, 2026
November 3, 2026 – November 6, 2026
The Quantum Correlated Light and Matter conference brings together leading experimental and theoretical research groups studying light-induced quantum states, non-classical…
Read moreNews
Steady Growth in Photonics Field
10.9.2026
In 2025, Finland’s photonics industry boasts over €2.5 billion in annual revenue, directly employing more…
Read more“I doubted my abilities for a long time,” says Nobel laureate Anne L’Huillier — now one of the world’s most respected physicists
2.9.2026
Prof. Anne L’Huillier, Lund University, Sweden, and a Nobel laureate of physics (2023) gave a…
Read more3rd Juhannus Distinguished Lecture in Physics
10.8.2026
The Physics Unit of Tampere University is proud and honoured to announce, that Prof. Anne…
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Videos on Photonics
Photonics and light-based technologies play a central role in all areas of modern life, including in telecommunications, biomedicine, health care, energy and environment, manufacturing, and consumer products.






