Academic Resources
Empowering the next generation of optical engineers
At Lambda Research Corporation, we’re committed to supporting the next generation of optical engineers, designers, and researchers. Whether you’re just beginning your journey in optical sciences or advancing through graduate-level work, this hub brings together all the resources you need to succeed. From our free OSLO EDU software to affordable research licenses and hands-on online training, we provide the tools, knowledge, and support to help you build real-world skills in optical and illumination design. Explore the opportunities below and take the next step in your optical education.
Student Resources
Dive into the world of optical engineering with OSLO EDU, our free, user-friendly version of the premium OSLO software. Ideal for students, educators, and hobbyists, OSLO EDU offers robust features to layout, edit, optimize, analyze, and save a variety of optical systems. With support for systems up to 10 surfaces, it’s tailored for educational use and provides comprehensive documentation and online resources to help you get started.
Researcher Resources
For non-profit organizations and universities conducting research, we offer renewable one-year licenses of TracePro with RayViz and/or OSLO at a nominal charge. These licenses are intended solely for research purposes and require acknowledgment in any resulting publications. Profit research license also available.
Educator Resources
Guides and Tutorials
Dive into the world of optical engineering with OSLO EDU, our free, user-friendly version of the OSLO software. Ideal for students, educators, and hobbyists, OSLO EDU offers robust features to layout, edit, optimize, analyze, and save a variety of optical systems. With support for systems up to 10 surfaces, it’s tailored for educational use and provides comprehensive documentation and online resources to help you get started. OSLO Online Training is also available.