Recent breakthroughs in digital holography, 2D/3D imaging, and holographic optical elements: introduction

Area of Science:

• Optics and Photonics
• 3D Imaging Technologies
• Holography

Background:

• The Optica Digital Holography and Three-Dimensional Imaging Topical Meeting (DH) 2024 convened global experts.
• The meeting served as a platform for showcasing cutting-edge research and industry developments.
• A dedicated feature issue across three Optica journals amplifies the meeting's impact.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize diverse and high-quality contributions presented at the DH 2024 meeting.
• To highlight key advancements in digital holography and 3D imaging techniques.
• To identify emerging applications shaping the future of DH and imaging.

Main Methods:

• Dissemination of research through presentations and discussions at the topical meeting.
• Publication of selected works in prestigious Optica journals (Applied Optics, JOSA A, Biomedical Optics Express).
• Synthesis of presented research to identify trends and breakthroughs.

Main Results:

• A comprehensive overview of the latest research in digital holography and 3D imaging.
• Identification of significant advancements and novel applications.
• Demonstration of the collaborative and innovative spirit within the DH and 3D imaging community.

Conclusions:

• The DH 2024 meeting successfully fostered collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• The published feature issue provides a valuable resource on the state-of-the-art in DH and 3D imaging.
• Continued innovation in digital holography and 3D imaging promises transformative applications across various fields.