Glass, optics and IYOG: opinion

Glass, optics and IYOG: opinion

Abstract: How glass objects have evolved from simple artefacts valued for their appearance to sophisticated devices that have transformed our lives through their ability to manipulate light. Optical properties are the beating heart of glass technology [1–5]. Imagine the amazement…
 Glass: a transparent tool for a fairer planet

Glass: a transparent tool for a fairer planet

Taken from the June 2022 issue of Physics World where it appeared under the headline “A transparent tool for a fairer planet”. Members of the Institute of Physics can enjoy the full issue via the Physics World app. When the idea for a year-long celebration…
 Optical Fiber: Through the Looking Glass

Optical Fiber: Through the Looking Glass

In May 2021, the United Nations (UN) General Council formally approved the designation of 2022 as the UN International Year of Glass (IYoG)—an opportunity to celebrate the material’s essential role in society. The IYOG celebration comes only seven years after…