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World’s most precise measurement tool made small.

Optical frequency combs are vital for modern science, turning electronic signals into light waves, enabling precision sensing, accurate optical clocks and advanced comms.

ANZOS Photonic and Quantum Technologies Industry Report 2026

Latest report on the photonics and quantum market in Australasia demonstrates a deepening digital divide between the two countries as our global competitors streak ahead.

Orbis Diagnostics – Growing the Business

The Chief Executive of a med-tech business, spun out of Te Whai Ao — Dodd-Walls Centre says a focus on the regulatory and commercial aspects of the company are key to success.

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Success in Deep Tech – It Takes a Village

Quantifi Photonics has been sold. Is this a sign that New Zealand start-ups grounded in pure scientific research really can do well?

Science System Advisory Group Submission for Science System Reform Process Phase 2

Te Whai Ao – Dodd-Walls Centre has created a submission for Phase Two of the New Zealand science system reform process.

Building quantum curiosity and capability

Today is World Quantum Day. The date, 14 April was chosen because 4.14 is the rounded number representing Planck’s constant h.

Three New Royal Society Fellows

The Royal Society Te Apārangi announces three researchers from Te Whai Ao — Dodd-Walls Centre elected to its Academy of Fellows.

New Zealand Needs Investment to Back Up Its Strong Reputation in Quantum Science

Interim Science Lead of Quantum Technologies Aotearoa, Prof. David Hutchinson, says we must capitalize on our renowned research.

What it Really Takes to Succeed in Quantum Technologies

Te Whai Ao Director, Frédérique Vanholsbeeck, has been interviewed by Newsroom's Fox Meyer.