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A liquid-core (LiCo) dye laser was demonstrated using Rhodamine B (RhB) dissolved in glycerol as the gain medium and fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP) tubing as the waveguide. Photoluminescence and amplified spontaneous emission studies identified optimal RhB concentrations of 0.1 wt.% and 0.3 wt.% for low-threshold laser operation. Laser emission was achieved in LiCo rods with 1/16″ and 1/32″ inner diameter FEP tubing, with narrower tubing providing enhanced mode confinement and spectral narrowing. The addition of cavity mirrors improved emission coherence, revealing a distinct laser mode at low pump energies with mode spacing inconsistent with a simple Fabry-Pérot cavity, indicating complex mode coupling and internal reflections. Limitations include spectral broadening and scattering-induced parasitic feedback, which suggest avenues for further optimization in waveguide materials and output coupling.more » « lessFree, publicly-accessible full text available November 1, 2026
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An apparatus that records the optical spectrum of emissive materials as a function of polar coordinate angles is reported. The ability of the device to characterize the directive gain of a light source over the optical spectrum is demonstrated. The angular emission profile of an electrically driven LED with a hemispherical diffuser cap was measured. In addition, the device was used to characterize optically pumped materials exhibiting both fluorescence and amplified spontaneous emission, demonstrating its versatility for diverse emissive systems.more » « less
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Iridophore networks in the skin of neon tetra fish are investigated for use as biologically sourced, tunable, Bragg reflector arrays. This paper reports on a method for immediate and fast post-processing of tissue to modify the structural color of iridophores found in the lateral color stripe. Conditions for fixation, as well as the environment post-fixation to improve longevity of the structural color, are also presented. Recent results from attempts to further increase the lifetime of post-mortem iridophore color through infiltration and embedding in low-acid glycol methacrylate are also discussed.more » « less
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