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Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast
Hosted by Endeavor Business Media · EN
Welcome to Laser Focus World’s Following the Photons: A Photonics Podcast, produced by Endeavor Business Media, a division of EndeavorB2B. Here, we take a deep dive into the fascinating world of photonics and optics. With a legacy dating back to 1965, Laser Focus World has been a trusted source for comprehensive global coverage of technologies, applications, and markets in these dynamic fields. Following the Photons is an extension of that legacy.
This podcast — hosted by Justine Murphy, an editor with Laser Focus World and multimedia director of Endeavor Business Media’s Digital Infrastructure group — features interviews and discussions with industry and research experts, providing valuable perspectives on the issues, technologies, and trends shaping the photonics community.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your journey in photonics, this podcast is your go-to resource for staying informed and inspired. Tune in and stay laser-focused on the future of light-based technologies.
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Expert Insights: photonics & AI
3d ago00:10:17Tap to summarizeThis episode kicks off a monthly series that will examine specific topics via the perspectives of industry experts. This installment focuses on the emerging relationship between photonics and AI. Host Justine Murphy chatted recently with two experts to get their thoughts: Oriole CEO James Regan and Vickram Vathulya, CEO of Sivers Semiconductors.
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A storied career
1w ago00:21:34Tap to summarizeHost Justine Murphy talked recently with Maurice Steinman, senior VP and general manager of the U.S. division of optical computing specialist Lightelligence. Here, he offers his perspectives on ever-advancing technologies and his thoughts on the future, and shares some lessons he’s learned throughout his storied career.
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Light News: July 7, 2026
2w ago00:06:47Tap to summarizeHere's a roundup of some of the most interesting and exciting things happening in the photonics industry!
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Novel computing for the real world
3w ago00:13:09Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Host Justine Murphy talks with Dr. Talya Vaknin, head of research at LightSolver, a company specializing in laser-based computer processing. They discussed her work and experiences in the industry, as well as her passion for enriching the world via technological advancements.
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Advancing innovation: FAMES Pilot Line
Jun 2300:13:41Tap to summarizeFAMES Pilot Line is the leading initiative under the European Chips Act, and it's helping advance Europe's semiconductor technologies. In this episode of Following the Photons, FAMES coordinator Dominique Noguet talks with Host Justine Murphy about the initiative and related educational training programs, as well as its role in Europe’s ever-advancing semiconductor industry.
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Light in real life
Jun 2300:14:25Tap to summarizeThis second of a two-part series featuring Giacomo Vacca, founder/president/CEO of Kinetic River, takes a closer look at the company, its history, and many innovations. Giacomo also offers an update on current happenings, what the future holds, and Kinetic River’s place in it.
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Light for real life
Jun 1600:14:24Tap to summarizeIn this second of a two-part series featuring Giacomo Vacca, founder/president/CEO of Kinetic River, he talks with Host Justine Murphy about the biophotonics-centric company, its history, and innovations, as well as what they're working on now, what the future holds, and Kinetic River’s place in it.
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A spotlight on life
Jun 1000:16:09Tap to summarizeThis first of a two-part series features Giacomo Vacca, founder, president, and CEO of Kinetic River. In this episode, he and Host Justine Murphy delve into his background and many notable technology developments and accomplishments, and they take a look back at the experiences he says have helped shape his career.
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Versatile lasers of the future
Jun 200:20:54Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Host Justine Murphy talks with Félicie Albert, director of the Jupiter Laser Facility at Lawrence Livermore National Lab. Her years of expertise include work with high-intensity lasers, as well as involvement in LaserNetUS, a network of high-power lasers in North America.
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The ubiquitous perception
May 2600:15:39Tap to summarizeHost Justine Murphy talked recently with Sebastian Bauer, CEO and co-founder of Ubicept. With a background in engineering, he says he's always thrived at the intersection of cutting-edge research and real-world innovation.
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