Vadim Backman Elected an Optica Fellow
Backman is one of 116 members elected from 23 countries to the 2027 class.
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Brian E. Miller to Speak at PhD Hooding and Master’s Degree Recognition Ceremony
Miller, a leader in surgical robotics and digital health and Northwestern alum, will speak at the December 12 ceremony.
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