Mike Thorpe

With over a decade of experience in various fields of optics, Dr. Mike Thorpe specializes in laser remote sensing, laser frequency stabilization, and molecular spectroscopy and detection. During his time at the University of Colorado, Dr. Thorpe developed a novel molecular spectroscopy technique under the guidance of Dr. Jun Ye and Nobel Laureate Dr. Jan Hall. Initially a Lead Optical Scientist for Bridger Photonics, Dr. Thorpe led the development of the company’s first two products: 1) the MIR Series laser for laser ablation mass spectrometry applications; and 2) the SLM-IM dimensional metrology system. In 2014, Dr. Thorpe became Bridger’s chief technology officer. Since then, he has led the development of several remote gas sensing technologies at Bridger for the EPA, NASA, and DOE to detect atmospheric CO2, ozone, and methane.