Lasers, Sources and Related Photonics Devices
29 January - 3 February 2012, Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego, California, USA
Registration
Online Registration is now closed. Please register on-site in the Aragon Foyer of the Ranch Bernardo Inn during the following hours:
| Sunday, 29 January |
11:30 - 18:30 |
| Monday, 30 January |
07:00 - 18:30 |
| Tuesday, 31 January |
07:00 - 18:30 |
| Wednesday, 1 February |
07:00 - 18:30 |
| Thursday, 2 February |
07:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday, 3 February |
07:00 - 12:00 |
Terms and Policies
By registering, attendees agree to the terms and policies as set forth by OSA.
Registration Fees
ASSP/AIOM/FILAS/LACSEA 2012 Registration Fees |
| Member Type |
 On or before
5 January 2012 |
 After
5 January 2012 |
| OSA Member |
US$ 585 |
US$ 700 |
| Non-member |
US$ 765 |
US$ 880 |
| Emeritus Member/Full-Time OSA Student Member |
US$ 200 |
US$ 300 |
| Full-Time Student Non-member |
US$ 265 |
US$ 370 |
Short Courses
Short Courses are an excellent opportunity to learn about new products, cutting-edge technology and vital information at the forefront of communications. The small size of each class gives you an excellent opportunity for personalized instruction and are also an opportunity to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs). For an additional price you can add a short course to your registration.
Short Course Fees 2012 Registration Fees |
| Member Type |
On or before
5 January 2012 |
After
5 January 2012 |
| OSA Member |
US$ 255 |
US$ 305 |
| Non-member |
US$ 325 |
US$ 375 |
$100 off Short Course Registration to the first 50 ASSP students
Laser Noise: Sunday, Jan 29 12:30-3:30;
Instructor: Dr. Rudiger Paschotta, RP Photonics Consulting GmbH, Germany
High-energy Fiber Lasers: Sunday, Jan 29 12:30-3:30;
Instructor: Prof. Almantas Galvanauskas, CUOS University of Michigan, USA
Ultrafast Optical Parametric Amplifiers: Sunday, Jan 29, 4:00-7:00;
Instructor: Prof. Giulio Cerullo, Politecnico di Milano, Italy
CANCELLED - Average Power Scaling of Ultrafast Solid State Lasers: Sunday, Jan 29, 4:00-7:00;
Instructor: Dieter Hoffmann, Fraunhofer Institute of Laser Technology, Germany
Full Conference Registration
The registration fee for the Lasers Congress (ASSP/AIOM/FILAS/LACSEA) includes admission to ALL technical sessions, the conference banquet, refreshment breaks, the exhibit and a copy of the Technical Digest (containing the abstracts and summaries from ASSP/AIOM/FILAS/LACSEA on CD-ROM).
Student Registration
To be eligible for the student rate, the individual must be enrolled in a full-time PhD or Masters program. Those enrolled in Post Doctoral programs are NOT eligible for student rates. Students are entitled to the same privileges as regular registrants. Students are required to present valid student identification or proof of enrollment at the time that badge is picked up on-site.
Emeritus Registration
Emeritus members may also register at the discounted rate. To qualify for emeritus status, members must be fully retired and must have been an OSA member for at least 10 years. The member's age plus the number of years of membership in OSA must equal 75 years or more.
Exhibit Only Registration
Exhibit Only registration allows attendees to access only the exhibit hall. This registration does NOT include access to the Technical Sessions, Conference Reception or a Program with the Technical Digest on CD-ROM. To attendee any of the technical sessions or receive the program, you must register for a Technical Registration.
Special Items for Purchase
- One conference reception ticket is included in the Full Technical Fee. Guest tickets may be purchased for US$ 95.
- Extra copies of the ASSP/AIOM/FILAS/LACSEA Program and Technical Digest are available for purchase for US$ 100.
Support Student Travel Grants to OSA Technical Meetings
Registrants are asked to help students in need attend OSA technical meetings by contributing to the OSA Foundation (OSAF). Student travel grants are one of the many ways the OSAF helps to inspire the next generation of leaders. ALL donations are matched 100% by the OSA with a contribution to the OSAF General Fund, so your gift will make twice the impact! www.osa-foundation.org
Checks and Money Orders
All checks must be in US dollars and made payable to the Optical Society of America. Please indicate the check number on the registration form.
Bank Drafts and Wire Transfers
Please indicate on your registration form which bank was used and when the deposit was made. Also, please notify OSA of the transfer to avoid any lost or unidentified payments. If you have additional questions about this process, please contact the OSA Accounting department through http://help.osa.org.
Refund Policy for Registration
A US$ 75 service charge will be assessed for processing refunds. A letter requesting the refund should state the registrant's name and the amount of payment and should be faxed to +1 202.416.6140 or submitted through http://help.osa.org. Requests for refunds that are received by 16 January 2012, will be honored.
NO REQUESTS FOR REFUNDS WILL BE CONSIDERED AFTER 16 January 2012.
Special OSA Membership Offer!
Lasers, Sources and Related Photonics Devices Optics and Photonics Congress attendees qualify for a 6 month OSA Membership for just US$ 30!* OSA Members receive a wide range of information and professional networking benefits including 50 free Optics InfoBase downloads and up to five free OSA Technical Group designations (over 40 options to choose from). Simply select "Attendee BONUS [US or International]" when you register online or on-site to take advantage of this exclusive offer.
*Note: This offer applies to new OSA Members only. OSA Member registration discounts apply for OSA-hosted meetings that take place during the 6 month membership term, but are not applicable for the 2012 Lasers, Sources and Related Photonics Devices Congress meetings. Individuals must have an active full-year OSA membership to qualify for the discounted member registration rate for this meeting.
