The department focuses on fundamental and applied research in the fields of optics and spectroscopy, encompassing various anisotropic media, integrated and fiber-optic technologies, as well as quantum optical systems.
The research activities align with national and European strategic priorities in science and technology.
Research Activities
- Linear and nonlinear optics and spectroscopy
- Optics and spectroscopy of thermotropic liquid crystals and other anisotropic media
- Integrated optics
- Holographic diffraction gratings
- Fiber optics
- Raman spectroscopy
- Multilayer and thin-film optics
- Theoretical methods in optics
- Quantum optics
Applications
The research is applied in several key areas:
- Materials science, nanotechnology, and quantum technologies – development of new materials with enhanced optical properties
- Health and quality of life – technologies for prevention, early diagnostics and therapy, biosensors, medical optical devices
- Mechatronics and clean technologies – optical sensors, laser technologies, advanced measurement systems
- Environmental protection – ecological monitoring, utilization of raw materials and bioresources, development of zero-waste and purification technologies
