Research in Optical Sciences
19–21 March 2012, Laser Optics Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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This Optics and Photonics Congress (OPC) is designed to examine some of the latest research advances in Optical Physics and Chemistry. The advent of ultra-short pulse, extremely high power lasers is making it possible to examine material system responses to very intense light beams and to study the evolution of the structure and optical properties of these systems as they are strongly perturbed. Of equally strong interest are the subtle effects observed when photons are generated in entangled states. These entangled photons have the potential of leading to major advances in the development of advanced information and computing systems.
This Congress on research topics in the optical sciences includes three meetings which will bring together world renowned researchers to discuss forefront advances in the optical sciences. The High-Intensity Lasers and High Field Phenomena (HILAS) meeting will discuss the latest developments in high peak power lasers and the material interactions resulting from the use of these lasers. A related meeting in this OPC, the 2ND International Conference on Ultrafast Structural Dynamics, will examine material system structural modifications at ultra-short time scales and the time evolution of these modifications. The third meeting, Quantum Information and Measurement (QIM), will present the most recent research advances in the field of entanglement phenomena and will examine how this phenomena may be exploited to advance information transfer and processing technologies.
Congratulations to the 2012 Research in Optics Congress Student Presentation Award Winners!
Sponsored by 
ICUSD - Denis Anielski, Max Planck-Institut fur Kernphysik, Germany
Time-Resolved Photoelectron Diffraction on Laser-Aligned
Molecules, JT2A.38
HILAS - Bastian Borchers, Max Born Inst., Germany
Carrier-envelope Phase Double Stabilization Setup with sub-10
Attosecond Timing Jitter, HW3C.5
QIM - Shlomi Kotler, Weizmann Inst. of Science, Israel
Single-ion Quantum Lock-in Amplifier, QM2A.3
Special Events
Student Event: Site-Seeing Tour of Potsdam
Sunday, 18 March, 14:00
Thursday, 22 March, 11:00
OSA, the Student Chapter Potsdam, and the Berlin Optik Student Chapter are offering a free guided tour for students to the famous palaces and parks around Potsdam. It was the city of residence for the Prussian kings and is a town of unique and stunning beauty. Large areas of the city were awarded official UNESCO World Heritage status in 1990. The tour will take about two hours and feature many of the most important sites within the city. For more information and to sign-up, contact Jonas Gortner (gortner@opttech.tu-berlin.de)
Welcome Reception
Monday, 19 March
17:00- 21:00
Hall 13, Messe Berlin
This Reception brings together all of the three meetings, HILAS, ICUSD, and QIM, within the congress for a fun evening of networking with light appetizers and drinks. This event will take place on the Laser Optics Berlin show floor and is a great opportunity to learn about the latest products and innovations. Complimentary to full Technical attendees.
Joint Poster Session
Tuesday, 20 March
10:30- 12:30
Exhibit Hall 12, Messe Berlin
The Joint Poster session is an integral part of the technical program and offer a unique networking opportunity, where presenters can discuss their results one-to-one with interested parties. Each author is provided with a 4 ft. x 8 ft. (1.22 m x 2.44 m) board on which to display the summary and results of his or her paper. This event will be held on the Laser Optics Exhibit Floor. The posters will be displayed all three days of the conference.
Special Student Workshop
"How to Start Your Own Company"
Tuesday, 20 March
19:00 - 20:00
Syndey, Messe Berlin
Featuring: Wolfgang Gries,
CEO/Managing Director and Founder of DirectPhotonics Industries GmbH,
Germany
Learn directly from an expert in the industry and gain insight from his experiences. He will offer practical advice on starting your business that will help young professionals and students starting on their career path. This program is sponsored by the Berlin Optik Student Chapter and OSA.
Postdeadline Session
Tuesday, 20 March
19:00 - 21:00
Madrid, Messe Berlin
The postdeadline session will give participants the opportunity to hear new and significant material in rapidly advancing areas. Only those papers judged to be truly excellent and compelling in their timeliness were accepted. More information, including the schedule and location, will be posted in the weeks preceding the conference.
Student Party
Tuesday, 20 March
20:00 - 22:00
Hall 13, Messe Berlin
The Berlin Optik Student Chapter and OSA will host an evening of fun for students. Meet with colleagues from around the world and enjoy light hors d'oeuvres and refreshing beverages.
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The Berlin region is one of the most important technology centers for the Optical and Microsystems industry. Science and business will profit from ideal conditions for intelligent networking at Laser Optics Berlin, which takes place March 19-21, 2012. The combination of congress, trade fair and experts' forums makes Laser Optics Berlin the top platform for exhibitors from the entire industry.
In 2012 the congress will be organized by the Optical Society of America (OSA) for the very first time.
Another first: microsys berlin will take place within the scope.
As a combination of exhibition and lecture program, microsys berlin concentrates on the interface between optical technologies and microsystems technology.
With its compact format and diverse synergies, Laser Optics Berlin offers exhibitors customized presentation opportunities. From the economically priced table-top displays to trade fair stands of every size, you can individually configure your trade fair presence.
We are happy to advise you. www.laser-optics-berlin.de
Contact: laser-optics@messe-berlin.de
