OPTICS + PHOTONICS 2026

OPTICS + PHOTONICS 2026: Illuminating the Future of Light-Based Technologies
August 23–27, 2026 | San Diego, CA, USA

OPTICS + PHOTONICS 2026 is the premier international conference dedicated to advancing the frontiers of light-based science and technology. Hosted in the vibrant innovation hub of San Diego, this event brings together leading researchers, engineers, industry pioneers, and students to explore cutting-edge breakthroughs in optics, photonics, and their transformative applications. With a focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, the conference addresses challenges and opportunities spanning quantum technologies, biomedical imaging, telecommunications, renewable energy, and defense.

Key Themes and Tracks
The conference features a dynamic program organized into thematic tracks:
- Quantum Photonics: Quantum computing, secure communications, and sensing.
- Biophotonics & Biomedical Optics: Advanced imaging, diagnostics, and laser therapies.
- Integrated Photonics: Silicon photonics, photonic integrated circuits (PICs), and 3D fabrication.
- Laser Technologies: Ultrafast lasers, industrial applications, and materials processing.
- Sustainable Photonics: Solar energy harvesting, LED efficiency, and eco-friendly optical systems.
- Defense & Security: Free-space optics, lidar, and optical surveillance technologies.

Highlights and Activities
Attendees can expect:
- Plenary Talks: Visionary keynotes from Nobel laureates and industry titans.
- Technical Sessions: Peer-reviewed presentations on emerging research and innovations.
- Exhibition Hall: Showcase of 150+ companies showcasing state-of-the-art products and solutions.
- Workshops & Tutorials: Hands-on sessions on AI-driven photonics, nanofabrication, and optical design tools.
- Startup Pitch Competition: Emerging startups presenting disruptive photonics ventures to investors.

Why San Diego?
San Diego, a global epicenter for photonics research (home to UC San Diego, Scripps Research, and over 200 photonics companies), offers unparalleled networking opportunities. The conference fosters connections between academia and industry, with site visits to nearby R&D labs and tech firms.

Who Should Attend?
- Researchers and academics exploring fundamental optical phenomena.
- Engineers developing commercial photonics systems.
- Entrepreneurs and investors seeking market opportunities.
- Students and postdocs launching careers in photonics.

Call for Participation
Abstracts for oral/poster presentations are now being accepted (deadline: January 15, 2026). Topics must align with the conference’s scope, emphasizing novelty and impact. Early registration opens November 2025, with discounts for students and early birds.

OPTICS + PHOTONICS 2026 promises to be a catalyst for innovation, uniting global minds to shape the future of light-based technologies. Join us in San Diego to illuminate new possibilities and drive the next wave of scientific and industrial revolution.

Website: [www.opticsphotonics2026.org](https://www.opticsphotonics2026.org)
Contact: info@opticsphotonics2026.org