Our research is organized into a set of core areas that reflect the full scope of how high-power laser systems are studied and applied.
Laser Generation
Interaction & Materials
Propagation & Environment
Sensing & Applications
Together, these areas explore the creation, behavior, and use of laser energy, building a cohesive understanding that connects fundamental science with real-world impact.
LASER GENERATION
This area focuses on the development and control of high-power laser systems. Research in this space explores how lasers are designed, scaled, and refined to produce stable, precise energy, forming the foundation for advanced experiments and real-world applications.
Interaction
& Materials
When high-power light meets matter, complex and often extreme interactions occur. This area focuses on understanding those moments—where energy is transferred, materials respond, and the boundaries of stability and damage are revealed.
Propagation
& Environment
As high-power light moves through the world, it encounters constantly shifting conditions that shape its path and behavior. This area focuses on understanding that movement—how lasers respond to the environment and how their performance can be preserved across distance.
Sensing & Applications
As high-power lasers interact with their surroundings, they can be used as precise tools for sensing and measurement. This research focuses on detecting and analyzing otherwise invisible phenomena, expanding the practical capabilities of laser-based systems.