Qing Hu named AAAS fellow: among eight MIT researchers recognized for ‘scientifically or socially distinguished’ contributions

Qing Hu named 2010 IEEE fellow

Qing Hu, professor of electrical engineering and head of the THz Quantum Cascade Laser Group in the Research Laboratory of Electronics at MIT, is cited by the IEEE “for contributions to terahertz (THz) quantum-cascade lasers and applications.” «more» Related Links:...
Qing Hu named AAAS fellow: among eight MIT researchers recognized for ‘scientifically or socially distinguished’ contributions

Fine-tuned laser

A wholly new approach to tuning a laser’s frequency brings us a step closer to airport scanners that can distinguish aspirin from explosives. In a paper appearing in the most recent issue of Nature Photonics, Qing Hu of RLE and his colleagues describe the first...
I’m a Runner: Wolfgang Ketterle, Ph.D.

I’m a Runner: Wolfgang Ketterle, Ph.D.

The Nobel Prize-winning physicist from RLE, Wolfgang Ketterle, talks about his 2:50 marathon and how running helps him stay at the top of science. «more» Related Links: I’m a Runner: Wolfgang Ketterle, Ph.D. Professor Wolfgang Ketterle Center for...
Selling chip makers on optical computing

Selling chip makers on optical computing

By designing chips that can be built using existing fabrication processes, RLE researchers in the Stojanovic and Ram groups show that computing with light isn’t so far fetched. «more» Related Links: Selling chip makers on optical computing Professor...