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Praxis Partners With University of Adelaide Scientists to Deliver Camouflaged Tactical Solar Modules
Praxis Labs (Praxis) and members of the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS) at the University of Adelaide are developing a new generation of camouflage photovoltaic solar modules, with funding from Defence Trailblazer. The project will demonstrate the first prototype of a ‘Camouflaged Tactical Solar’ module to support the energy resilience of Defence systems.
TeraGlo expands collaboration to advance space sensing capability
TeraGlo has confirmed its commitment to advancing sensing in Space by signing on additional work with the University of Adelaide’s Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS), supported by funding from the Defence Trailblazer’s Advanced Innovation Fund. The project will enable the development of a sovereign platform for Quantum Artificial Intelligence based Material Sensing (QAIMS) based on Novel Fluorescence (NF).
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Real World Impact - IPAS Research Leads to Sovereign Timing Technology for Australia
This milestone marks the successful translation of foundational research at the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS) into a commercial product supporting Australia’s sovereign capability in advanced timing.
Standing-Room-Only at IPAS Seminar
In a highlight of this year’s IPAS seminar series, Dr Nick Nardelli from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), USA, delivered a packed seminar on Enabling Scalable Quantum Networks with Classical Stabilization Techniques last Thursday.
Potluck 2025 - A Bigger, Bolder Celebration of Culture and Connection at IPAS
IPAS’s Science Network Committee (SNC) hosted its annual Potluck Lunch, and this year’s event was bigger than ever! With more participants, more dishes, and even more energy, the gathering once again brought our diverse community together in a shared celebration of culture, connection, and collaboration.
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IPAS Showcases Novel Hand-Held Fluorescence Sensor at GRX25
At the University of Adelaide booth, Professor Spooner and Dr Wilske demonstrated a hand-held fluorescence sensor developed by PELL. This portable detector is the first of its kind to enable real-time, in-field detection of fluorine-bearing minerals. Something previously only possible in the lab.
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Celebrating the International Day of Light with Solid-State Quantum Optics
Each year on May 16, the International Day of Light marks the vital role light plays in science, technology, art, and culture. This year, IPAS proudly supported the University of Adelaide’s dynamic Optica Student Chapter in organising a standout public lecture on a complex and fascinating topics of modern physics: Solid-State Quantum Optics.
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COMBS Research Seminar Series
The ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science (COMBS) has officially launched its Centre-wide seminar series starting here in Adelaide!
2025 AIP/IPAS Physics Careers Fair Connects Students with Industry
The 2025 AIP/IPAS Physics Careers Fair took place on Thursday 8 May at the University of Adelaide, bringing together over 70 students and recent graduates with employers across the physics and broader STEM sectors.
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$4M to transform clinical cardiology - A big funding boost for nanotechnology projects
Two University of Adelaide projects using nanotechnology have received funding in the latest round of Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) Early-to-Mid Career Researchers funding.