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The Optical Technology Division s 2010 Strategic Plan defines the Mission, Vision, and Strategic Elements for the Division. The Strategic Elements consist of Optical Radiation Standards, Optical Measurement Methods, and Optical Measurement Services. The plan also provides descriptions, goals, and key milestones for the high-priority program areas within the Division.
optical radiation, optical technology, satellite calibration, stellar calibration, solid-state lighting, optical properties of materials, optical medical imaging, radiometric and photometric fundamental standards, optical standards for defense and homeland security, greenhouse gas measurements, single-photon metrology tools for quantum information and quantum measurement, biophysics, nanobiotechnology, and biophotonics