SPIE Optics + Photonics

The leading multidisciplinary optical sciences and technology meeting

Share your work, insights, and breakthroughs. The 2024 call for papers opens in November.

Mark your calendar:
Conferences and Courses 18 - 22 August 2024 | Exhibition 20 - 22 August 2024

Make plans to attend this annual event and join leading researchers and scientists as they contribute to advancements in optical engineering, nanotechnology, quantum science, and organic photonics.

Meet face-to-face with premier researchers and discuss your product needs with top optics and photonics suppliers at the free 3-day exhibition. Industry partners will be there to help solve problems, cut costs, and increase capabilities.
We look forward to seeing you in San Diego in 2024.

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Enjoy highlights from SPIE Optics + Photonics 2023

View daily images from sunny San Diego, interviews of event presenters, the social media feed for the event, and the 2023 Final Program PDF.

Attendees enjoying the Welcome Reception in sunny San Diego at Optics + Photonics

View the conference topics within these three symposia

Nanoscience

Advances in metamaterials, plasmonics, quantum materials and devices, optical trapping, nanostructured devices, spintronics, artificial intelligence, and more.

Organic Photonics

Organic and hybrid materials, perovskite photovoltaics, sensors and bioelectronics devices, advances in sustainable energy sources, and other applications.

Optical Engineering

Optical design, testing, and fabrication, signal and image processing, photonic devices and applications, remote sensing, astronomy, and particle technologies.

Five days of exciting content and connecting with your community

Plenary talks
Technical presentations
Networking sessions
Course offerings
Professional development
Free three-day exhibition

SPIE Optics + Photonics with 5 days of exciting content

Attendees taking an SPIE Optics + Photonics course

Courses: Get training specific to your needs

Take advantage of the courses offered onsite and that align with Optics + Photonics topics. Created by experts, SPIE courses are designed to expand professional knowledge and skills.

Attendees at SPIE Optics + Photonics exhibition

Learn more about the free exhibition

Meet with exhibiting company representatives and see the latest technologies showcased at the three-day event running 20-22 August 2024 in the Sails Pavilion.