Optical fibre rings, white laser light, and Middle Earth: A coherent story
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University of Auckland. Faculty of SciencePublication date:
2025Date:
13 Oct 2025, 06:00 PM - 13 Oct 2025, 07:30 PMVenue:
Physics Lecture Theatre 1. PLT1/303-G20. Science Centre. 38 Princes Street AucklandSpeakers:
Professor Stéphane CoenLink to Event:
Professor Stéphane Coen's Inaugural Lecture – Department of Physics
Optical fibre rings, white laser light, and Middle Earth: A coherent story
In this talk, you will learn something about the science of light, especially when it goes in circle, how laser light can sometimes appear white or vice versa, and why it matters for modern technological breakthroughs and could make your comb look like an old relic.