Optica Software

Optica Software, based in Champaign, IL, is a leading provider of optical design and analysis software. Developed by Dr. Donald Barnhart, Optica has been used by thousands of scientists worldwide since its introduction in 1994. Dr. Barnhart, a renowned optical scientist, has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the field, including the Rank Prize for the best electro-optics Ph.D. dissertation in the United Kingdom. In addition to his work with Optica, Dr. Barnhart is also the chief optical scientist for iCyt Mission Technology, a subsidiary of Sony USA, where he is involved in the design and production of flow cytometers for stem cell and cancer research.

With a strong background in optical engineering and extensive experience in research and development, Dr. Barnhart founded Barnhart Optical Research LLC, which includes Optica Software as a division. As a business consultant, Dr. Barnhart offers his expertise in professional optical design, providing innovative solutions for a wide range of applications. His ongoing commitment to advancing the field of optics is evident in his development of a fully digital holographic camera, utilizing a unique concept involving the use of bacteriorhodopsin as a temporary optical storage buffer. Optica Software continues to be a trusted resource for scientists and professionals seeking reliable and efficient optical design and analysis tools.

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