The Laser Institute (LIA) has announced the appointment of Shaun Oleson as Executive Director-Designate, set to fully assume responsibilities as Executive Director on January 1, 2025. This strategic leadership transition follows a November 3rd vote by LIA’s Board of Trustees. Until January, Oleson will work closely with Interim Executive Director Gil Haas to ensure operational continuity.

The Laser Institute (LIA) is pleased to announce that Dr. Koji Sugioka has been named the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Arthur L. Schawlow Award in Laser Science and Engineering. This honor was conferred at LIA’s Award Ceremony held during the International Congress on Applications of Lasers & Electro-Optics (ICALEO) on October 6, 2024, in Hollywood, CA. Dr. Sugioka’s groundbreaking contributions to the field of laser micro and nanofabrication have been transformative, advancing laser technology applications across science, medicine, and industry.

The Laser Institute (LIA) is thrilled to announce the recipient of the prestigious Arthur L. Schawlow Award for 2023. This year, the award goes to the esteemed Dr.-Ing. E. h. Peter Leibinger for his outstanding contributions in laser technology, his commercial success, and his accomplishments as an industry leader.