Applied and Adaptive Optics research group in the department of physics carried out research in optics that facilitate design, development and innovation of optics instrumentation and technology. Optical metrology using interferometry, holography, spectroscopy and polarimetry using a variety of light sources such as femto–second lasers, tunable and fixed wavelength lasers, as well as with low coherent light sources and additional controls using state of the art devices such as spatial light modulators, digital micro-mirror devices(DMD) has elevated the research leading to cutting edge technologies of the future. Optical aberration sensing using the state of the art devices like Shack-Hartmann wavefront sensors, and their corrections using deformable mirrors find immense application in optical imaging and communication through atmospheric turbulence and scattering media. Supporting theoretical research and modelling using pseudorandom phase plates allows deeper investigation into the field.

Faculty: Dr. Biswajith Pathak (Ramanujan Fellow).

Studying Optical Engineering at IIST

Currently, IIST takes students through advanced JEE for a five-year dual degree (BTech in Engineering Physics and Master of Technology in Optical Engineering) program, of which the fourth and fifth years are dedicated to Optical Engineering. In addition, one can join a two-year stand alone Master of Technology in Optical Engineering through GATE score.

Carrying out research in Fundamental, Applied and Adaptive Optics at IIST

Students can enroll for the doctoral program in Optics in the Department of Physics twice a year (in January and August).

IIST has an official summer internship program during June and July. The announcement of internship opportunities is made available on the IIST website typically in the month of April.

Anyone interested in a postdoctoral or research internship position is encouraged to contact individual faculty members.