Optica on Ukraine

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15 March 2022

Optica Stands with Ukraine

Optica strongly condemns the invasion of Ukraine ordered by the Government of the Russian Federation. As a global society of scientists, engineers, business leaders, policymakers, researchers, educators and students, we call for an immediate end to the atrocities committed against the Ukrainian people. We remain engaged with our community in Ukraine and those who have been forced to leave and will continue to support them with our relief efforts. We stand with all those who oppose this war, including those in the Russian scientific community who have bravely raised their voices despite great personal risk. We recognize the dignity of the Ukrainian people and value Ukrainian contributions as part of the the fabric of our community. We continue to urge for a united global response to end this senseless destruction of life, property and heritage.

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Optica Stands with Ukraine

Optica Takes Action in Response to the Crisis in Ukraine

How You Can Help the People of Ukraine

24 February Public Statement

Statement on Ukraine by Ambassadors and Colleagues

Recent Optica Publications from Ukraine

An Open Letter from Russian Scientists and Science Journalists Against the War with Ukraine

Spotlighting Select Ukrainian Research

Blog Coverage of Address of President Zelenskyy

A Multi-Scientific Society Letter to the United States Executive Branch

Video on What the Photonics Industry in Poland Is Doing to Help Ukraine

Rochester Section President and Russian Scientist Filipp Ignatovich Shares Impact of War in Ukraine

OPN Article on Scientists with Ties to Kharkiv, Ukraine