In this article published by NSERC, you will discover the fascinating work of Mireille Quémener, research professional at the CERVO research center and colleague of professor Daniel Côté of DDC / M Lab: Demystifying the work of research professionals.
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COPL - Regroupement stratégique des experts québécois de l'optique et de la photonique
The STRATEGIC CLUSTER of experts in optics, photonics and lasers in Quebec
COPL : your Quebec strategic cluster for the development of research and the training of graduate students in optics, photonics and lasers.
Our mission:
Explore and exploit the full potential of optics and photonics science and technology by mobilizing and strengthening Quebec’s research community.
Une équipe du COPL crée le premier laser à fibre optique capable de produire des impulsions femtosecondes dans le spectre du visible
26 July 2023
Marie-Pier Lord, doctorante dans l'équipe des professeurs Réal Vallée et Martin Bernier de la faculté des sciences et de génie, en collaboration avec Michel Olivier, professeur associé à la faculté des sciences et de génie et enseignant au Cégep garneau,...
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Une plateforme d’imagerie multimodale pour enregistrer l’activité neurovasculaire
19 July 2023
Un projet de recherche piloté par Michèle Desjardins, professeure adjointe au Département de physique, de génie physique et d’optique de l'Université Laval, a obtenu une subvention de 200 000 $! Pour lire la nouvelle complète: Une plateforme d'imagerie multimodale pour...
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La 34e édition de la Journée annuelle du COPL, une édition riche en conférences inspirantes et réseautage entre pairs!
29 June 2023
Plus de 200 participants des huit universités membres étaient au rendez-vous de la 34e édition de la Journée annuelle du COPL qui s'est tenue le 1er juin dernier à l'Université Laval. C’est sous le thème de « la relève et...
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Researchers
450
Graduate Students
8
Member Universities
23
Research Chairs
456
Annual scientific publications (average)
20
Start-ups in 10 years
Research axes
Quantum Photonics
Quantum sources, detectors and devices; quantum communications and interconnections; and quantum photonic sensors for scientific advances in telecommunications, computing and sensors.
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Biophotonics
The development of analytical tools, imaging and diagnostic, therapeutic and interventional methods for applications in medicine.
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Optical Communications
The development of devices, protocols and communication network architectures for the transmission of information over optical fibers.
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Photonic systems and microsystems
Metrology and its applications, optoelectronic microsystems, optical systems and imaging as well as sensors and hybrid integration.
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Fiber-Optics and Guided-Wave Optics
Innovation in specialty optical fibers, fiber components and waveguides for applications in information technology and biophotonics.
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Photonic Materials
The properties of ceramics and vitreous materials, nanoparticles and nanostructured films as well as functional materials in order to develop new fiber profiles that can be exploited in a variety of projects.
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Lasers and Ultra-fast Phenomena
The physics of laser-matter interaction in the high intensity regime in order to innovate by developing applications that can be transposed to several fields of activity.
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Research
Opportunities
A multitude of opportunities are available for students who wish to undertake master's or doctoral studies, as well as for newly graduated doctoral students looking for an internship.
View our offersUpcoming events
21 November 2023
Graduate students and Post-Doctoral Fellow Career Fair – 2nd edition
McGill University’s NRH Conference Centre, Montreal
From 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Participate in the 2nd edition of the Graduate students and Post-Doctoral Fellow Career Fair organized by STARaCom, COPL and RESMIQ on Tuesday, November 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Professor-researchers
COPL members
The COPL brings together talented scientists who are distinguished by the excellence of their research and by their dedication to the training of the next generation of highly qualified personnel in optics-photonics.
Our membersToolbox
Intended for our researchers and students, this section contains useful information aimed at optimizing their participation within the COPL.
Our center’s influence and reputation also depend on the involvement of our members. To support you in your efforts, the Toolbox brings you information on the following: