International Day of Light

On May 16, the global community celebrates the International Day of Light, highlighting the vital role of light and light-based technologies in the advancement of science, industry, education, and culture.
For our department, this day holds particular significance. Research in optics, photonics, laser technologies, and quantum electronics is an integral part of our academic and scientific mission.
Light is the foundation of many future-oriented technologies — from fiber-optic communications and sensing systems to energy-efficient devices and quantum systems. Understanding its physical nature is key to innovation.
Today, we acknowledge the dedication of our faculty, researchers, and students who explore the nature of light and develop cutting-edge solutions that power the next era of electronics.