Optics and Lasers
A section of Applied Sciences (ISSN 2076-3417).
Section Information
The section of Optics and Lasers is open to receive high-quality papers reporting state-of-the-art technology in the fields of optics and lasers, which includes non-linear optics such as high-order harmonics, Raman, wave-mixing, multiphoton ionization, as well as other basic phenomena in this field. The section welcomes rudimentary and challenging studies concerning optical devices, such as photonic crystal fibers and micro-scale optics for fabrication of novel optical systems. Needless to say, production of lasers with unique properties, such as a high-power fiber laser or facilitating a large-scale laser system, are of great importance in this section. By contrast, studies focusing on data analyses methods or simulation based on traditional techniques should be sent to a different specialized journal. Download Section Flyer
Imaging and Holography
Fourier optics
Phase retrieval
Image reconstruction; tomography
Holographic optical elements; holographic gratings
Hologram recording and readout methods
Applications
Lasers
Gas lasers including excimer and metal-vapor lasers
Semiconductor lasers; laser diodes
Solid state lasers
X- and γ-ray lasers
Fiber lasers
Raman lasers
Laser optical systems: design and operation
Laser Applications
Laser spectroscopy
Laser microscopy
Biological and medical applications
Environmental and Forensic applications
Analytical applications
Industrial applications
Metrological applications; optical frequency synthesizers for precision spectroscopy
Nonlinear Optics
Stimulated Raman scattering; CARS
Stimulated Brillouin and Rayleigh scattering
Phase conjugation; photorefractive and Kerr effects
Beam trapping, self-focusing and defocusing; self-phase modulation
Frequency conversion; harmonic generation, including higher-order harmonic generation
Ultrafast processes; optical pulse generation and pulse compression
Optical solitons; nonlinear guided waves
Optical parametric oscillators and amplifiers
Optical Materials, Devices, and Systems
Glasses
Liquid crystals
Laser materials
Holographic recording materials; optical storage media
Nonlinear optical crystals
Photonic bandgap materials
Acousto-optical devices
Imaging detectors and sensors
Optical coatings
Fiber Optics and Integrated Optics
Fabrication, cladding, and splicing
Propagation, scattering, and losses; solitons
Birefringence, polarization
Fiber waveguides, couplers, and arrays
Other fiber-optical devices
Fabrication techniques; lithography, pattern transfer
Editorial Board
Topical Advisory Panel
Special Issues
Following special issues within this section are currently open for submissions:
- Research Progress in Biomedical Optics and Imaging (Deadline: 30 November 2024)
- Advances in Intense Femtosecond Laser Pulses and Their Applications (Deadline: 30 November 2024)
- Recent Advances and Applications in X-ray Free-Electron Lasers (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Big Data and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Infrared Thermography (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Advanced Spectral Imaging Applications: Characterization, Detection and Classification (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Thermographic Non-destructive Testing: Advances and Applications (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Photonic Devices and Applications (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- New Insights into Random Optics and Lasers (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Technical Advances and Advanced Applications of Ellipsometry (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Recent Advances in Ultrafast Laser Pulses (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Advanced Studies in Optical Imaging and Sensing (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Neutron Scattering and Its Applications (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Dielectric Photonic Devices & Systems beyond Visible II - Merging Optics and Microwave (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Laser Ultrasonics and Advanced Sensing: Technologies and Applications (Deadline: 20 December 2024)
- Advanced Studies in Optical Fiber and Wireless Communications (Deadline: 30 December 2024)
- Advances in Optical and Optoelectronic Devices and Systems: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- New Trends in Next-Generation Optical Networks (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Interdisciplinary Approaches and Applications of Optics & Photonics (AOP2024) (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Terahertz Technology for Environment, Medical Applications, Cultural Heritage and Agri-Food (Deadline: 31 December 2024)
- Feature Review Papers in Optics and Lasers (Deadline: 20 January 2025)
- Novel Insights into Optical Networks, Including Their Role in the 6G Era (Deadline: 20 January 2025)
- Optical Imaging and 3D Display Technologies (Deadline: 20 January 2025)
- Advances in Photonics and Optics: Materials and Structures for Emerging Applications (Deadline: 31 January 2025)
- Materials and Optical Strategies for Solar Cells: Recent Advances and Challenges (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Application of Signal Processing in Lidar (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Raman Spectroscopy: Novel Advances and Applications: 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Advances and Applications of Nondestructive Testing (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Emerging Technologies of Integral Image and 3D Display (Deadline: 20 February 2025)
- Design and Fabrication of Advanced Optical Fibers: Latest Advances and Prospects (Deadline: 25 February 2025)
- Smart Lighting and Visual Safety, 2nd Edition (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Advancements in Quantum Optics (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Recent Advances in Microwave Photonics (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Advances in High-Intensity Lasers and Their Applications (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Waveguide Technology: Developments and Applications (Deadline: 20 March 2025)
- Recent Trends in Fiber Optic Sensor: Technology and Applications (Deadline: 30 March 2025)
- Advances in Functional Liquid Crystals (Deadline: 30 March 2025)
- Near/Mid-Infrared Lasers: Latest Advances and Applications (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- New Advances in Laser Dental Science and Biophotonics (Deadline: 31 March 2025)
- Digital Holography: Advancements, Applications, and Challenges (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Optical Imaging and Sensing: From Design to Its Practical Use (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Advances in Biological and Biomedical Optoelectronics (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Advances in Optical Instrument and Measurement Technology (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Optical Sensors: Applications, Performance and Challenges (Deadline: 20 April 2025)
- Terahertz Technologies and Applications (Deadline: 30 April 2025)
- Advances in Metalens: Design and Applications (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Recent Advances and Applications Related to Light-Emitting Diodes (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Industrial Applications of Laser Ultrasonics (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Nanophotonics and Integrated Photonics (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advanced Studies in Coordinate Measuring Technique (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Optical Wireless Communication for 6G Communication Networks (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advanced Spectroscopy Technologies (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Smart Fiber Lasers (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Terahertz Imaging Technologies and Applications (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advanced Optical-Fiber-Related Technologies (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advanced Photonic Metamaterials and Its Applications (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advances of Laser Technologies and Their Applications (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Recent Advances in Optical Sensors (Deadline: 20 May 2025)
- Advanced Optical Measurement Techniques and Applications (Deadline: 30 May 2025)
- Novel Approaches for High Speed Optical Communication (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Intelligent Optical Signal Processing in Optical Fiber Communication (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Ultrafast and Nonlinear Laser Applications (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Application of X-Ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Recent Advances and Applications of Optical and Acoustic Measurements (Deadline: 20 June 2025)
- Advances in Optics, Photonics and Lasers (Deadline: 30 June 2025)
- Application of Polymer Materials in Optical Fiber Technology and Photonics (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
- Luminescent Materials: Synthesis, Characterization and Application (Deadline: 20 July 2025)
Topical Collections
Following topical collections within this section are currently open for submissions: