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December 2020

OSA Member Newsletter

December 2020 Issue
Focus On Optics
 
Key Science Positions
From the COVID-19 Pandemic to Climate Change, U.S. President-elect Joseph Biden to Embrace Science-Based Decision-Making in Addressing Global Challenges.
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Recreating The Tradeshow
How is one way that vendors and customers are making connections until in-person exhibitions resume? The OIDA Technology Showcase, that’s how. And in large numbers.
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OSA at the Forefront of Change
 
2020 OSA President Steve Fantone describes how the society adapted to change during the global pandemic and advanced key initiatives in this When Science Speaks podcast.
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Honoring Pioneers in Nanophotonics and Quantum Optics
Lipson Wins '21 Tyndall Award
Michal Lipson, Columbia University, USA, first woman to win the John Tyndall Award, is honored for fundamental and technological advances in integrated photonic devices.
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Schleich Wins '21 Walther Award
Wolfgang P. Schleich, Universitat Ulm, Germany, named Herbert Walther Award recipient for pioneering contributions to quantum optics and atomic physics.
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Volunteer Opportunities
Editors-in-Chief
Seeking Editor-in-Chief nominations for Biomedical Optics Express, Journal of the Optical Society of America A, and Optical Materials Express, with three-year terms to begin 1 January 2022.
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Celebrating OSA Volunteers
On 5 December we joined the world in celebrating International Volunteer Day to thank the many outstanding volunteers to give their time and expertise to enriching our Society and the entire optics and photonics community. Check out this blog to learn how you can get involved.
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Get Certified!
Looking for something productive and rewarding to do over the holiday break? Get certified as an OSA Peer Reviewer with our free online course!
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Message from AIP CEO
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Recognition of Distinguished Members
Become a Senior Member
Join us for this informational session on the qualifications to become an OSA Senior Member! Learn about the application process, reference letters, personal statements and more.
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OSA Fellow Spotlight
For 2019 Fellow Hoi-Kwong Lo having good mentors was very important to his career as they provided support and helped solidify his interests.
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Check Out The Issue
 
In the December 2020 OPN
The issue includes the annual “Year in Optics” review of exciting recent research; the winners of OPN’s annual photo contest; and more. [Image: WWU Muenster, A. Zannotti]
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Stay Connected With OSA
 
OSA Biophotonics Congress
OSA Biophotonics Congress: Optics in the Life Sciences will be presented in a virtual format, 12 – 16 April 2021. Paper submission deadline extended to 02 February 2021. Read more.
 
Call for Papers
The OSA Optical Design and Fabrication Congress seeks papers for four topical meetings including flat optics and freeform optics. Submission Deadline: 23 February 2021. Submit a Paper.
 
Great Talent At Your Finger Tips
As a niche online job board, WORKinOPTICS.com more efficiently connects employers, job seekers and consultants within the optics and photonics community compared to broader job boards. Read more.
Optics at Home
All Morphed Up
Get the kids excited about science! Check out this video on how reflection changes images and bends light and color with OSA Ambassador Claire McLellan, Ph.D. (She / Her / Hers). Then download this complimentary All Morphed Up — Art and Light project guide and materials from the OSA Foundation and Laser Classroom — Use the Coupon Code: OSAMU
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