Academic Discount Program

We believe in supporting the scientific community. Our Academic Discount Program gives university researchers, PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and academic staff access to a 15% discount on OPTOMAN optics, making it easier to obtain high - performance optical components for research and experimental work. In return, we ask that you acknowledge OPTOMAN in any resulting peer-reviewed publication.

How it Works:

  • Download the application form HERE
  • Complete the short one-page form (it takes less than five minutes).
  • Email it to optoshop@optoman.com.

Once approved, you'll receive a single-use discount code for your next OPTOSHOP order. We aim to review applications within two business days.

Who Can Apply?

  • Faculty members, professors, and principal investigators at accredited universities or research institutes.
  • PhD students and postdoctoral researchers with an institutional email address.
  • Staff at government-funded or publicly funded research laboratories.

Acknowledgement Requirements:

If your work results in a peer-reviewed publication, please acknowledge OPTOMAN and mention the type of optical component used. This can be included in the Acknowledgements, Methods, Materials, Equipment, or Experimental Setup section of your paper.

SUGGESTED ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

SHORT VERSION

“Optical components were sourced from OPTOMAN (optoman.com), including [product type(s)]."

EXTENDED VERSION:

“The optical components used in this experimental setup were procured from OPTOMAN (https://optoman.com). Components included [e.g., high-reflectivity dielectric mirrors, AR-coated lenses]. The authors confirm that product specifications are available upon request."

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

The program provides eligible researchers with a 15% discount on OPTOMAN optics in exchange for acknowledging OPTOMAN
in any resulting peer-reviewed publication.

Download the application form, fill out, and email the application form to optoshop@optoman.com. We aim to approve applications
within 2 business days.

Please mention OPTOMAN and the type of optical component used in your research.

We understand that research timelines can be unpredictable. Please keep us informed of any changes to your estimated publication date. Our follow-up process is designed to be friendly and flexible.