People in the Centre for Photonics
The Centre is formed of around 40 academics, postdoctoral researchers and PhD students who work together in an interactive and collaborative environment.
Centre for Photonics
World-leading research in the science and technology of light.
Our research
The Centre for Photonics brings together academics, postdoctoral researchers, and PhD students who work in a highly interactive and collaborative environment to carry out cutting‑edge research in photonics.
Industrial and medical fibres
Theory and modelling of light-matter interaction
Quantum photonics
Nanoscale photonics
Bio and soft matter photonics
Engineered photonic systems
Studying light and its uses
The Centre for Photonics brings together experimental, theoretical and computational expertise in the study of light and its uses.
Research within the Centre covers fibre photonics, nano-photonics, bio-photonics, optical communications, quantum processing and communication, and photonic sources. It's supported by our on-site Fibre Fabrication facility and extensive laboratories, including nearly 200m3 of new, purpose-designed lab space.
The Centre for Photonics provides a strong platform for collaboration and excellence in photonics research. By connecting the knowledge and expertise of its members, the Centre enables cutting‑edge research and innovation while amplifying the visibility and impact of this world‑class work.
Our people
Find out about our staff and PhD students.
Join the Centre for Photonics
Apply to join the Centre as a member of staff or a PhD student.
News and projects
Read about our latest research activities and projects.
University launches Centre for Photonics with successful inaugural event
Faculty staff, researchers, industry representatives and external partners come together to celebrate the launch.
Twisting optical fibre creates a robust new pathway for light
By adding a twist during the fabrication of optical fibres, a more robust pathway can be created for light, minimising the effects of manufacturing flaws.
Funding of £27.6M to speed up the discovery of new drugs to cure lung infection and inflammation
A partnership to help tackle the growing challenges of infections and inflammation of the lungs has been allocated a £27.6 million funding boost.
Made at the University of Bath: Optical fibres fit for the age of quantum computing
A new generation of specialty optical fibres has been developed by physicists at Bath to cope with the data transfer challenges expected from quantum computing.
Centre for Photonics events
Find out more about the seminars taking place in the Centre for Photonics.
View the schedule of our upcoming events
Our facilities
Find out more about the facilities available to the Centre for Photonics.
Optical Fibre Fabrication Facility
Find out about how we use our optical fibre fabrication facility to make speciality optical fibre and how you can access the facility for your own work.
Spin Out and Start Up Companies
Find out more about the spin out and start up companies that have resulted from commercialising research in which the Centre is involved.
ORCA Computing
ORCA Computing’s mission is to build photonic systems that demonstrate quantum advantage, developing quantum computers for real-world applications.
GLOphotonics SAS
GLOphotonics SAS is a French start-up set up to commercialise hollow-core photonic crystal fiber (HC-PCF) and their functionalised form Photonic Microcells™.
Prothea Technologies
Prothea Technologies, a spin-out company from the Universities of Bath and Edinburgh, aims to enable lung cancer biopsy and treatment in a single visit.
Research Consortium
Find out more about research consortia in which we participate.
MicroTex
A pioneering initiative dedicated to the pursuit of advanced technologies to transform the development of new therapies for infections and inflammation.
Quantum Computing and Simulation Hub
The QCS Hub focuses on critical research challenges for quantum computing, engaging with industries, government and citizens to ensure the UK is quantum ready.
About us
The Centre for Photonics combines academics, postdoctoral researchers, and PhD students working in a highly interactive and collaborative environment to carry out cutting‑edge research in photonics.
Our work is based in state-of-the-art fabrication facilities and extensive optical laboratories, equipped with a wide range of laser sources and optical test gear. Alongside experimental work, we undertake extensive theory and numerical modelling of both linear and nonlinear optical effects.
Contact us
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