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

Area of Science:

• Optics and Photonics
• Digital Holography
• Three-Dimensional Imaging

Background:

• The Optica Digital Holography and Three-Dimensional Imaging Topical Meeting (DH) 2024 served as a critical forum for researchers and industry leaders.
• The meeting focused on the latest breakthroughs and applications in digital holography and 3D imaging techniques.
• A special feature issue across Applied Optics, Journal of the Optical Society of America A, and Biomedical Optics Express amplified the meeting's impact.

Purpose of the Study:

• To summarize the diverse and high-quality contributions presented at the DH 2024 meeting.
• To highlight key advancements and emerging applications in digital holography and 3D imaging.
• To provide an overview of the current state and future directions in the field.

Main Methods:

• Gathering of global experts in digital holography and 3D imaging.
• Presentation of cutting-edge research and industry developments.
• Publication of selected works in prestigious Optica journals.

Main Results:

• Showcased a wide range of innovative research in digital holography and 3D imaging.
• Identified key technological advancements and practical applications.
• Facilitated discussion on the future trajectory of DH and 3D imaging.

Conclusions:

• The DH 2024 meeting successfully fostered collaboration and knowledge exchange.
• Significant progress in digital holography and 3D imaging techniques was evident.
• The featured journal issue disseminates these advancements to a wider scientific community.