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Welcome to the Eggleton Research Group
Photonics, Phononics and Integrated Optical Sciences
Being situated in the School of Physics at the University of Sydney, the Eggleton Research Group is led by globally renowned optical physicist Professor Benjamin J. Eggleton, who has been recognised for his important contribution to optical communications technology with applications to chip-based, ultra-fast and ultra-broadband, energy efficient information signal processing devices. Our group enjoys a rich complement of fundamental and applied research on some of the most exciting topics in photonic sciences about optical physics and optoelectronics. The research programs are conducted in state-of-the art laboratories located in the Sydney Nanoscience Hub and in the School of Physics, which were constructed to provide every technological advantage. The research programs rely heavily on the clean-room facilities available in the Sydney Nanoscience Hub for nanofabrication and prototyping. The Eggleton research group is part of Sydney University Institute of Photonics and Optical Science (IPOS), the NSW Smart Sensing Network (NSSN) and are members of the University of Sydney Nano Institute. We also host the Jericho Smart Sensing Laboratory (JSSL).Photonic chip that ‘fits together like Lego’ opens door to local industry
Integrated microwave photonic notch filter using a heterogeneously integrated Brillouin and active-silicon photonic circuit
Microwave photonics (MWP) has unlocked a new paradigm for Radio Frequency (RF) signal processing by harnessing the inherent broadband and tunable nature of photonic components. Despite numerous efforts made to implement integrated MWP filters, a key RF processing functionality, it remains a long-standing challenge to achieve a fully integrated photonic circuit that can merge the megahertz-level spectral resolution required for RF applications with key electro-optic components. — Nature Communications Nov 20, 2023
The technology that can safeguard Australia from external threats and natural disasters
The current wars in the Middle East and Ukraine are changing the landscape of global stability and leading other countries to examine their own security, with emerging dual-use technology providing a means of securing our national interests, explain Professor Ben Eggleton and Associate Professor Sergio Leon-Saval of the NSW Smart Sensing Network. — Defence Connect Nov 16, 2023
The device that can remotely monitor your breathing
A new photonic radar system has been developed by scientists at Sydney Nano and the School of Physics that delivers contactless, high-definition detection of vital signs. It could be developed for use in ICUs, aged-care facilities and for people with sleep apnoea or infants with breathing concerns. The research is published in Nature Photonics and was featured on Channel Nine News.Cane toads are usually found north of the border but a few have infiltrated the University of Sydney’s school of physics. @KateCreedon9 #9News pic.twitter.com/jEQODsFAjL
— 9News Sydney (@9NewsSyd) July 1, 2023
Head of Sydney Nano, Prof Ben Eggleton, appointed Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research)
The University of Sydney proudly appoints Professor Ben Eggleton, as Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Research) to spearhead the University’s leadership in research.![](https://eggleton-group.sydney.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Head-of-Sydney-Nano-Prof-Ben-Eggleton-appointed-Pro-Vice-Chancellor-Research-scaled.jpg)
Capturing data faster than a speeding bullet | Defence News
Recent news
We are so excited to share we have a new Associate Editor! Please join us in welcoming @Prof_M_Hassan in his new position at the journal! 👏 pic.twitter.com/jgbX3UVKUy
— APL Photonics (@aplphotonics) July 8, 2024
This Special Topic on Brillouin Scattering and Optomechanics
— APL Photonics (@aplphotonics) June 30, 2024
is building momentum – check out the content so far https://t.co/gvJKTF5U28
Great discussions with the @NSWsensing Board as always: appreciate the thought leadership from this amazing group, committed to translational, impact, collaboration and diversity pic.twitter.com/SEYvqZoT6E
— Benjamin Eggleton (@ProfBenEggleton) June 28, 2024
Enjoyable few hours visiting Tokyo Institute of Technology to speak with Prof Osamu Watanabe, Executive Vice President Research and his leadership team and then with Prof Manabu Ihara to see his very impressive InfoSyEnergy initiative pic.twitter.com/8dLDmTlcYI
— Benjamin Eggleton (@ProfBenEggleton) June 13, 2024
Prof Ben Eggleton ga an exciting talk on integrated photonics radar at @UTokyo_News @UTokyo_Rcast @ProfBenEggleton #Optica_Seminar @UTokyo_OPTICA pic.twitter.com/4vRNxQfaaM
— SZE YUN SET (@sze_set) June 12, 2024
Pleased to see our review paper published in Advances in Physics: X, Volume 9, 2024 – Issue 1 – “Heterogeneous and hybrid integration for Brillouin microwave photonics” Choon Kong Lai, Moritz Merklein @AlvaroCasasB and @ProfBenEggleton https://t.co/BZwRgbzdwY
— Eggleton Lab at University of Sydney (@EggletonLab) June 10, 2024
Japan is one of Aust's most important partners, both strategically through the Quad and also as a trusted and long-standing research collaborator.@MichaelSWesley @pbscjs @ProfBenEggleton @dfat @AusGovEducation @TimDoddEDU @harejulie @daniellamariewh @caitecassidy @conorduffynews
— #Go8 (@GroupOfEight) June 8, 2024
We are so excited to have Prof. Eggleton to give an academic talk on “photonic radar for high-performance sensing and imaging”. Details can be found in the poster below👇. Please don’t miss the chance to have a close and nice communication with@ProfBenEggleton !
— OPTICA UTokyo Student Chapter (@UTokyo_OPTICA) June 5, 2024
#Optica pic.twitter.com/zWFTqTsaF1