# Prof. Siying Peng: caterpillars to butterflies, chasing light in photonics

## TL;DR

This paper explores how the optical properties of butterfly wings inspired Professor Siying Peng's work in photonics.

## Contribution

The paper highlights the inspiration from butterfly wings' optical properties for advancements in photonics.

## Key findings

- Butterfly wings' optical properties inspired new approaches in photonics.
- Professor Siying Peng's work reflects a transformation influenced by natural phenomena.
- The study connects biological structures to technological innovation.

## Abstract

“To eyelids in the Sepulchre—/ How dumb the Dancer lies—/ While Color’s Revelations break—/ And blaze—the Butterflies!” A renowned American poet, Emily Dickinson’s poem vividly mirrors the journey of women’s growth: No matter how many hardships they encounter in their development or constraints they face, they will eventually break free from their “cocoons” and transform into colorful butterflies radiating “light”. In this issue of “Light People”, Professor Siying Peng is invited to share how the optical properties of butterfly wings have inspired her metamorphosis in the field of photonics.