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Featured Events
Optica Biophotonics Congress
26 - 29 April 2026
Join leading engineers, optical scientists and medical professionals presenting cutting-edge research. Register online to save time onsite.
Optica Quantum 2.0 Conference and Exhibition
15 - 18 June 2026
Connect with quantum luminaries, industry pioneers and emerging talent. Forge collaborations that shape Quantum 2.0. Register now for discounted rates.
Advance registration deadline: 01 May 2026 23:59
Optica ImageSense Congress
12 - 17 July 2026
Register early to save up to EUR 210 and connect with the global imaging and sensing community in Maastricht, Netherlands.
Advance registration deadline: 29 May 2026 23:59
Optica Advanced Photonics Congress
26 - 30 July 2026
Deadline extended: Share your research in optical materials, optical signal processing, optical communications and integrated photonics.
Paper submission deadline: 07 April 2026 12:00
Frontiers in Optics + Laser Science
27 September - 01 October 2026
The FiO LS Call for Papers is open. Share research across the full breadth of optics and photonics. Start preparing your submission.
Paper submission deadline: 02 June 2026 12:00