Behind the Science: The Omega Optical Blog

Flow cytometry is an advanced laser-based technology used to assess and characterize cellular populations. Read on to learn more about how flow cytometry works.

This month we're spotlighting Mark Ziter, our incredible Senior Electro-Optical Engineer. Mark has been with the company for many years and has developed many innovative and elegant optic solutions for our company and the industry. His expertise and dedication to Omega Optical make him more than deserving of this shoutout! Thanks Mark!

This blog post takes a closer look at PCR filters and their many applications. After outlining what exactly PCR filters are and do, we address how Omega Optical has been optimizing these filters during the COVID pandemic and how the fluorescent probes in these sets are changing the world of DNA amplification.

This blog post is perfect for those who want to know more about Omega Optical as a supplier. We'll walk you through our outstanding customer process, share how we fit into every stage of the development process, and remind you why Omega is one of the top suppliers in the industry.

Interested in attending more virtual webinars? We've got you covered! Omega Optical is excited to announce that we are sponsoring the “Launching a Machine Vision Project” Webinar this Wednesday. The webinar will be as informative as it is engaging and is an event you do NOT want to miss. Check out this post for more information regarding the webinar and a link to register.

The human eye can only do so much when it comes to imaging. In many applications, especially life science, professionals need more detail, contrast, and light than our eyes can provide. In times like these, we turn to intrinsic fluorescence. This blog post outlines the applications and sources of intrinsic fluorescence and gives us a better understanding of why image enhancement is so important in the modern-day.

A lot has changed since the Omega Optical and Artemis deal this past August. Check out this post for a quick update and hear how we've advanced our process to ensure all customers, big and small, have their needs met.

Curious about what working at Omega Optical is really like? Follow us on a behind-the-scenes tour of a typical day at the Omega office. From homemade mac and cheese to exciting company meetings, there are more than a few reasons why we're happy to call ourselves Omegians.

Our Research and Development Team is a staple at Omega Optical. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, we've been able to provide the most advanced and innovative products to all our customers. But Omega Optical didn't always have such a team. Check out this post to learn how Bob Johnson and Gary Carver came together to develop one of the most effective, creative R&D groups in the history of optics.

Ever wondered why interference filters are priced so high? This blog post will walk you through the three main cost drivers - surface quality and dimension, aspect ratio and coating specification, and tight tolerance - and leave you with a better understanding of the cost breakdown for these products.