In under a decade, AIM Photonics achieved what once seemed unattainable: an open-access, robust multi-project wafer (MPW) platform for the domestic development of photonic integrated circuits (PICs). Today, AIM Photonics’ MPW platform is enabling innovators to prototype faster, reduce costs, and accelerate the path from concept to commercial...

Week-long program offers insights into the science, tools, and real-world applications driving next-generation technologies

This summer, professionals, students, and faculty who want to build deeper expertise in integrated photonics will have the opportunity to learn from top experts from both industry and academia at the AIM Photonics Summer...

Hands-on kits provide educators and students with essential experience in PIC testing

AIM Photonics announced today that distribution is underway for its Hands-On Photonics Education Kit (HOPE Kit)—a set of integrated photonics chips designed to help students at U.S. colleges and universities gain practical experience with photonic integrated...

In this episode of Photonics in Focus , we delve into a critical aspect of integrated photonics manufacturing: Advanced Packaging Technology. Leah Scott, AIM Photonics ' Director of Communications and Information Management, leads a conversation with Chris Striemer, Director of Test, Assembly, and Packaging Operations, and Mark Wagner, Operations...

In this episode of Photonics in Focus, Nathan Lin, AIM Photonics’ Director of Outreach, talks with Kevin McComber, Founder and Executive Director of the Spark Photonics Foundation. Dedicated to inspiring the next generation of innovators, the Foundation provides practical, hands-on STEM education and outreach that connects K-12 students with real...