Photonics conferences

This scientific discussion meeting asks which nanoscale optical sensing approaches can deliver affordable, information-rich healthcare measurements. Its focus is continuous biochemical monitoring beyond conventional physiological wearables and diagnostic sensors. The programme examines interferometric biomarker detection, surface-enhanced Raman assays, nanophotonic sensing and translation toward practical diagnostic tools, comparing modalities and their potential for use across healthcare settings. Jeremy Baumberg and Duncan Graham organize the meeting; programme participants include Selim Ünlü, Karen Faulds and Jennifer Dionne. Sessions take place on 9–10 November 2026, 09:00–17:00 GMT (Europe/London, UTC+0), at the Royal Society, 6–9 Carlton House Terrace, London, with online attendance also available. The meeting is intended for researchers working in relevant fields. Advance registration is required; choose a free online or in-person ticket on the event-specific Eventbrite page. Optional lunch costs GBP 25 per day. A poster session is planned for 9 November. Poster proposals are due by 9 October and may be accepted on a rolling basis, subject to capacity. The scientific programme may change.

The Fall Meeting connects materials synthesis, structure and properties with applications in energy, electronics, quantum technologies and medicine. Its symposia combine in situ electron microscopy, ultrafast measurements, diffraction, spectroscopy and computational modelling to study dynamic processes, defects and interfaces. Research tracks examine batteries and sustainable chemical conversion, semiconductor and photonic devices, quantum matter, nanoscale assembly, soft bioelectronics, regenerative biomaterials, and structural materials for extreme environments. AI-assisted design and autonomous experiments are addressed alongside experimental characterization and manufacturing. The plenary examines recovery of critical elements from urban waste streams and decarbonization of metal production. The meeting takes place on 29 November–4 December 2026 in Eastern Time (America/New_York, UTC−05:00). Sunday tutorials run 08:30–17:00; Monday's plenary is 08:15–09:30. Symposia run through the week, ending Friday at 13:00. All sessions and presentations are in person. Registration requires an MRS account. Until 29 October at 23:59 ET, general registration is US$1,240, or US$1,085 with the member discount; student rates are US$380 or US$335. Higher rates begin on 30 October. Breaking News abstract submissions closed on 16 September.

The congress brings together physics researchers, educators and industry practitioners for keynote presentations, focus sessions, workshops and scientific exchange. It is co-located with the Australian and New Zealand Conference on Optics and Photonics, with the Conference on Optoelectronic and Microelectronic Materials and Devices included as a dedicated topical track. The scientific programme spans optics, astrophysics, quantum science, atomic and molecular physics, condensed matter, theoretical particle physics and physics education. Paid attendance includes full-congress and selected-day categories, with student, retiree and school-teacher rates. Members of eligible partner societies can obtain membership-based discounts. Abstract and focus-session submissions closed on 3 July; early-bird registration ended on 28 August, and registration closes on 20 November.

The conference examines when quantum processes influence biological function and how quantum technologies can measure living systems. Experimental and theoretical approaches connect molecular behaviour with effects at cellular and organism scales. Themes include quantum contributions to sensory biology, control and measurement in biological environments, quantum light and sensors, and applications in biomedical diagnosis. The programme brings biological, chemical and quantum-science perspectives together to identify unresolved mechanisms and useful measurement strategies. Attendance requires a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, or an accepted equivalent. Applications are subject to selection and available capacity.

The conference examines how plasmonic excitations drive reactions, heat flow, sensing and changes in material behaviour. Sessions connect hot carriers and local electromagnetic fields with thermoplasmonics, electrochemistry, strong coupling and cavity effects. Other themes include nonlinear and chiral responses, semiconductor and oxide alternatives to metals, two-dimensional materials, and real-time chemical or biological sensing. Selected student and postdoctoral contributions will be highlighted in talks. Attendance requires a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, or an accepted equivalent. Applications are subject to selection and available capacity.

The conference examines engineered materials and structured light–matter interactions. Research themes include metasurfaces, photonic crystals, optical cavities, topological photonics, plasmonic sensing and spectroscopy, quantum light, spin–photon interfaces and strong coupling. It also covers acoustic, mechanical and thermal responses and computational design methods, connecting underlying physics with devices and applications. Presenting authors must complete payment by 5 June 2027. The early registration deadline is 23:00 CET on 23 April 2027, as stated by the organizer.

This conference explores light-driven processes across chemistry, physics, biology and materials research. The programme connects spectroscopy and photonics with biomedical uses of light, solar energy, photocatalysis, photoelectrochemistry and optical devices. Theoretical treatments of excited states and quantum information complement experimental and engineering approaches. Poster contributors may be selected for short presentations, with opportunities for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to discuss their work. Attendance requires a bachelor’s degree in science or engineering, or an accepted equivalent. Applications are subject to selection and available capacity.

The congress examines artificial materials and their effects on waves and transport. It connects engineering, physics, applied mathematics and materials research across electromagnetic, optical, photonic, acoustic, mechanical and coupled physical phenomena. The programme comprises a scientific conference on 13–16 September followed by a doctoral school on 17–18 September, providing opportunities to exchange current results and methods.

The conference examines photon-based approaches to nuclear science and their applications. Topics include intense laser–plasma interactions, gamma-ray sources, spectroscopy, nuclear processes in stellar and laboratory plasmas, nucleosynthesis and nuclear clocks. Medical and industrial uses of laser-driven radiation, nuclear-material detection and strong-field quantum electrodynamics extend the programme. Invited and contributed talks are complemented by posters, including awards for students and early-career researchers.