Durip: two-photon polymerization-based microfabrication and 3D printing system for diffractive optical processors

This $678,432 federal Project Grant award from the Office of Naval Research (CFDA 12.300 - Basic and Applied Scientific Research) supports the development of a two-photon polymerization-based microfabrication and 3D printing system for diffractive optical processors at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). The award, with a performance period from August 1, 2024 to July 31, 2025, will enable UCLA to design, fabricate, and test a novel optical processing platform that leverages advanced manufacturing techniques. This research has the potential to enhance naval capabilities by advancing the state-of-the-art in compact, high-performance optical computing hardware. As a leading research institution, UCLA's extensive facilities, faculty expertise, and administrative capabilities make it well-positioned to execute this sophisticated scientific and engineering project that aims to drive innovation in optical information processing.