The designation recognizes his longstanding commitment to the engineering profession and the advancement of technology.

Published in Science Advances, the study explores how nonlinear photonic chips could support faster, more efficient information processing for future computing systems.

A five-year research program will explore new ways to understand and control light traveling through turbulent and complex environments, while helping launch a new chapter for UCF’s Townes Laser Institute.

The honorees are advancing discovery across fields ranging from transportation safety and quantum science to tourism, disaster resilience and emerging technology.

Long will bring experience spanning academia, government and industry to CREOL, where his research will focus on optical frequency combs and integrated photonics.

Delfyett will serve as Optica’s vice president beginning in 2027

The two awards provide nearly $850,000 to support Parto’s research in integrated photonics and emerging optical information systems.

During National Postdoc Appreciation Week, Sept. 21–25, the university celebrates the contributors of postdoctoral scholars, an important group on researchers who help drive innovation at UCF.

Schülzgen’s career at UCF has included influential fiber optics research, the mentorship of emerging scientists and engineers, and innovations with real-world applications.

Hagan will begin a four-year term in SPIE’s presidential chain in 2027.

A 10-week internship supported by Grinnell College gave an undergraduate researcher the opportunity to explore photonics and a new way of thinking about research.