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science.org/doi/10.1126/sc… Our new paper is out! @M__Soltani @crystalslab @IQC_NPQO

The Iranian regime’s brutality knows no limit. It will sacrifice its own people to stay in power. No one seriously believes its nuclear program is peaceful. This regime must end. Change will not happen by chance. It needs a plan and real international support.

Courageous people of Iran rising up: Since December 28, 2025, in Iran, the people from all walks of life have been protesting and demonstrating in many large cities and small towns, demanding an end to the much-hated regime of the Mullahs that has failed them over and over again for the past 47 years. Despite heavy-handed crackdowns by the government’s riot police and militia, the brave Iranians are continuing their protest and are voicing their hatred for the current regime and their desire for freedom, justice, and regime change. Internet access and phone communications have been shut down by the government, and this is an ominous sign that the regime will intensify its brutality and crackdown in the coming days. Those of us who live in free countries in the world should become the voice of the Iranians inside Iran. We stand in solidarity with the Iranian people in their struggle and desire for freedom, justice, and a democratic government in Iran.

@ebi_karimi Good luck. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavors. Hope to see you soon.

uOttawa has always felt like family, and I’m grateful for this piece reflecting on my journey in quantum physics. As I start a new chapter at Chapman University, I carry with me the support, memories, and collaborations that shaped our pioneering work in structured quantum waves. Excited to continue, expand, and explore new opportunities in quantum science! 👉shorturl.at/uMMpo

@ebi_karimi Good luck. Hope to see you soon.

On my last day in the Ottawa office, I noticed a familiar sign—a rainbow 🌈 cast by a prism, just like the one that first inspired me to pursue optics. It appeared on a chair right after a meeting. A quiet, perfect goodbye.

@ABMEjournal I’m am not the author of this paper, you mentioned my X account by mistake.

Delivering the most effective cancer-killing doses requires treatments tailored to the unique biology of each tumor. A team of researchers developed a 3D image-based computational model to evaluate how alpha and beta radiopharmaceutical therapies, specifically 225Ac-PSMA and 177Lu-PSMA, distribute within prostate tumors over time. Using MRI-derived imaging and COMSOL Multiphysics, they simulated tumor microenvironments, examining the roles of diffusion, tumor size, and interstitial fluid dynamics in shaping dose absorption. Their analysis shows that alpha therapies consistently deliver higher absorbed doses, especially in smaller tumors, underscoring the importance of size-adapted and physics-informed treatment strategies. These findings sharpen our ability to match the right therapy to the right tumor at the right time. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲: link.springer.com/article/10.100… 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝘆: A Comparative Analysis of Alpha and Beta Therapy in Prostate Cancer Using a 3D Image-Based Spatiotemporal Model 𝗔𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘀: Anahita Piranfar, @FarshadMKa, Wenbo Zhan, Ajay Bhandari, and @M__Soltani @aberdeenuni @IITISM_DHANBAD @BCCancer @UWaterloo @WaterlooENG @WaterlooCBB @COMSOL_Inc 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗺𝗶𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘁: link.springer.com/journal/10439

🧩 BLUF: we are hiring PhD: academicprogramsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30081! Are you eyeing (pun intended*) for novel magnetic materials, topological electronics, superconducting spintronics or quantum sensors? We have immediate PhD opening as well as on a rolling basis. Get in touch and join our team!

Very sad to hear that we lost one of the greatest scientists of UWaterloo/IQC and quantum science community. He will be truly remembered for his extraordinary legacy in Quantum Science and technology. Rest in peace Prof. Laflamme 🤍

Learned from Aephraim Steinberg that Ray Laflamme passed away. Sad news. Here is what Aephraim wrote: RIP Ray Laflamme, gone too soon. Ray was a stellar scientist, the founding director of ⁦the @QuantumIQC and ⁦of @CIFAR_News 's⁩ #Quantum #Information program, but more importantly a warm & generous human who built community and helped many (particularly junior researchers). May his memory be a blessing.

Raymond Laflamme 1960-2025. A great scientist, renowned for his pioneering contributions to quantum error correction. A great leader, founding director of @QuantumIQC. A great colleague and teacher whose legacy continues to inspire us. uwaterloo.ca/institute-for-…

@ebi_karimi Happy birthday! Wish you the best

Such a thoughtful birthday surprise from Manuel and Yaryna! From birefringent crystals to manuscript-fueling wine and a great book for the flight — I’m all set. Even the wrapping “papers” was so creative. Thank you both — this “optics survival kit” made my day!

Thrilled to witness one of my idol scientists, Prof. Boltasseva, presenting at #PhotonicsNorth2025! As a Materials Scientist, her groundbreaking research has been a major inspiration for my journey into photonics and optical materials and materials for quantum photonics. Always captivated by her innovative approaches to materials in this field!

@ebi_karimi @NSERC_CRSNG Congrats 🎉

A heartfelt thank you to the Canada Research Chair (@NSERC_CRSNG) team for the thoughtful surprise and continued support of Canadian scientists! 🇨🇦 Science isn't just about shaping our future but training the next generation of deep thinkers to solve complex puzzles and inspire meaningful dialogue across society. Grateful, Prime Minister! #CRC #ScienceMatters

@ebi_karimi It helps a lot. Teaching optics and photonics with combination of visualization and theory, specifically if students could use all their learned knowledge in the lab themselves.

I need to show this to my students - a very nice illustration of how a 4f-system works.

@jeremytrimble Congrats!

Hey everybody I got a job! I’ve accepted a postdoc position on a quantum sensing project at Oak Ridge National Lab. I start in two weeks!

#Metasurface fabrication not always yields perfection. Damaged/scratched samples hold invaluable insights. By analyzing these pieces, we uncover the root causes of imperfections, refine processes, and deepen our understanding of material performance. #Photonics #MaterialsScience

Please RT: Join the Structural Quantum Optics (SQO) Group at Chapman University! We are excited to announce multiple openings in our group, including opportunities for graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, and a lab manager. At the SQO Group, we are at the forefront of quantum optics and photonics research, pushing boundaries in generating, manipulating, and detecting structured quantum waves involving photons and electrons. Our work bridges foundational quantum principles with real-world applications, offering a dynamic environment for innovation and discovery. Explore these opportunities and take the next step in your career by visiting our website: sqogroup.ca/open-position

Dear academic colleagues ! (particularly early career quantum professors !) Google.org is accepting Research Scholar applications, to support research in areas relevant to Google ( including quantum). research.google/programs-and-e… (deadline: January 27, 2025)

@UWaterloo is hosting Photonics for Quantum 2025! The deadline to submit your abstract for this year's conference is January 29th 2025. More information is available at the link below. @SPIEtweets @queensu @RITtigers @RITscience @therealdonfiger spie.org/pfq/conference…

@igordownunder @TMOS_ARC @UTS_Science Congrats 👏

we r on the cover!!!🥳🥳🥳onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/ad… @TMOS_ARC @UTS_Science