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Weekly News: IonQ Acquires Lightsynq; imec Spinoff Eyeo Exits Stealth with $17M (5/15/2025)

Weekly News: IonQ Acquires Lightsynq; imec Spinoff Eyeo Exits Stealth with $17M
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Thursday, May 15, 2025

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IonQ Adds Lightsynq to Quantum Portfolio, Raman Spectroscopy Startup Distances Self from Theranos

IonQ is adding to its portfolio with the acquisition of Lightsynq Technologies. Cisco expands its own quantum footprint with a new chip and lab. Jenoptik opens the doors to its new micro-optics fabrication site in Germany. Eyeo, a spinout from IMEC, raises more than $16M for light-splitting tech. The U.S. Naval Research Lab refocuses its NIKE laser-target facility for the DoD's nuclear priorities. And Haemanthus, a startup developing AI sensors for biomedical diagnostics, secures millions to advance its tech using Raman spectroscopy. At the same time, this company is trying to distance itself from disgraced medical company, Theranos. Sponsored by CeramOptec and Norland Products Inc.
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Image Sensor Company, imec Spinoff Eyeo Exits Stealth with $17M
Image Sensor Company, imec Spinoff Eyeo Exits Stealth with $17M

Eyeo, a spinoff of imec, has raised €15 million ($16.9 million) in seed funding to bring its light-splitting technology to market. The funding will support the development of an evaluation kit, prepare for scale manufacturing of a first sensor product, and expand partnerships to support the technology’s commercialization.  Read Article 
Cisco Reveals Quantum Strategy
Cisco Reveals Quantum Strategy

Cisco has entered the quantum technology market with the unveiling of a quantum network entanglement chip and the opening of Cisco Quantum Labs. The company believes that its approach could accelerate impactful quantum computing and networking applications from decades away to just five to ten years.  Read Article 
Hybrid Semiconductor Could Help Store More Data with Less Energy
Hybrid Semiconductor Could Help Store More Data with Less Energy

Using a diamond anvil cell and x-ray diffraction, researchers at Washington State University and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte investigated the structural response of the II–IV organic-inorganic hybrid semiconductor β-ZnTe(en)0.5 to applied hydrostatic pressure.  Read Article 
 
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Corning and Broadcom Team on Co-Packaged Optical Infrastructure

ZEISS-Alpenglow Biosciences Collaborate on Whole-Tissue Imaging Tech

U.S. Naval Research Lab Reprioritizes NIKE Laser to Focus on Nuclear Deterrence

Laser World of Photonics Innovation Award Finalists Revealed

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Terahertz TDS: The Pulse Driving Industrial Innovation
Terahertz TDS: The Pulse Driving Industrial Innovation

Wed, May 28, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
Join us for an in-depth exploration of terahertz time-domain spectroscopy (terahertz TDS) and its transformative impact on industrial applications. This webinar will cover the fundamental principles of terahertz TDS while showcasing the latest advancements in Menlo Systems’ cutting-edge solutions, now featuring up to four times more terahertz power, 5× faster scanning, and improved detection capabilities with a dynamic range of up to 110 dB and a bandwidth of up to 6.5 THz. Through real-world case studies, it will be demonstrated how these advancements elevate quality control, material characterization, and nondestructive testing (NDT) across industries. Learn how terahertz TDS complements traditional NDT techniques such as near-infrared (NIR) spectroscopy, x-ray imaging, and ultrasonic testing — delivering deeper insights with unmatched precision and efficiency. Prince Bawuah, Ph.D., will explore practical applications in pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor testing, coatings inspection, ceramics assessment, and electric vehicle battery electrode analysis, among others. Attendees will gain actionable insights into how terahertz TDS helps reduce operational costs, enhance product quality, and optimize industrial processes.

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Closing Connection Gaps through Free Space Optical Communications — With Tom Chaffee, Jim Olson, and Wayne Knox

Free space optical communication could offer high speed connectivity without the need of optical fibers. That's where groups like Attochron come in. They are actively working to develop the next generation of light waves for free space optical communications. Using short coherence length optical sources, including ultrashort pulsed lasers, they believe they have found a way to overcome the hurdles holding these systems back from hitting the mainstream. On this episode, we are joined by Tom Chaffee, founder and CEO of Attochron; Jim Olson, senior VP of sales and marketing; and Wayne H. Knox, professor of Optics at the University of Rochester and consultant at Attochron.
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