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Optica

Washington, DC
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www.optica.org

    • About Us

    Optica (formerly OSA) is dedicated to promoting the generation, application, archiving, and dissemination of knowledge in optics and photonics worldwide. Founded in 1916, it is the leading organization for scientists, engineers, business professionals, students, and others interested in the science of light. Optica’s renowned publications, meetings, online resources, and in-person activities fuel discoveries, shape real-life applications and accelerate scientific, technical, and educational achievement.

    Cause Areas Include

    • Research & Social Science

    Location

    • 2010 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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