Biophotonics describes the intersection of light and biology.  This field is very broad, covering research from chip-based microscopy to optical biosensors. In the lab of Prof. Andrea Armani at the University of Southern California, we focus on the development and integration of optical devices for biological applications.  This includes using previously studied and characterized optical devices, such as waveguides, as well as developing novel optical structures.  Therefore, the Armani lab is both an optics lab and a biology lab.

Descriptions of projects in the Armani lab are located on the Research page.

The lab is grateful to the following federal agencies, centers and foundations for their continuing support:

The lab also acknowledges the Centers, agencies, and companies which have previously supported our research.

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