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29 June 2016
The Optical Society Presents the 2016 Imaging and Applied Optics Congress
29 June 2016
The Optical Society Presents the 2016 Imaging and Applied Optics Congress
OSA’s Imaging and Applied Optics Congress provides a comprehensive view of the latest developments in imaging and applied optical sciences
Washington — The Optical Society (OSA) presents the 2016 Imaging and Applied Optics Congress, providing attendees and media a comprehensive preview of the latest technological advancements in imaging and applied optical sciences, covering the forefront advances in imaging and applied optics as well as the application of these technologies to important industrial, military and medical challenges.
This congress will feature networking programming, a roundtable discussion on Advanced 3D Displays and a special ‘Light the Future’ speaker series with Joseph Izatt, Duke University, Durham, NC, USA, (Lighting up the Future of Medical Imaging and Image-Guided Therapy); and Bernard Kress, Microsoft, Redmond, WA, USA (The Light Years Ahead: How Today’s Promising Augmented and Virtual Reality Markets Help Shape New Optics Frontiers).
WHAT:
2016 Imaging and Applied Optics Congress
WHO:
Plenary Speakers: Chris Dainty, University College London, UK; Keith Nugent, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Australia; Michael Totzeck, Carl Zeiss AG, Oberkochen, Germany
WHEN:
Imaging and Applied Optics Congress: 25- 28 July 2016
Welcome Reception Cruise:
Date: Monday, 25th July 2016
Boarding Time: 18:30
Departure Time: 19:00
Return Time: 21:00
OSA 100th Celebration:
Light the Future with Professor Joseph Izatt, Duke University, USA, “Lighting up the Future of Medical Imaging and Image-Guided Therapy,” and OSA Fellow Dr. Bernard Kress, Microsoft, USA, “The Light Years Ahead: How Today’s Promising Augmented and Virtual Reality Markets Help Shape New Optics Frontiers.”
Date: Tuesday, 26 July 2016
Time: 18:30 – 20:00
Room: Groẞer Saal
WHERE:
Kongresshaus Stadthalle Heidelberg
Neckarstaden 24, 69117
Heidelberg, Germany
RSVP: This congress is open to both the public and media, if interested please RSVP Rebecca Andersen.
About The Optical Society
Founded in 1916, The Optical Society (OSA) is the leading professional organization for scientists, engineers, students and entrepreneurs who fuel discoveries, shape real-life applications and accelerate achievements in the science of light. Through world-renowned publications, meetings and membership initiatives, OSA provides quality research, inspired interactions and dedicated resources for its extensive global network of optics and photonics experts. For more information, visit osa.org/100.
Media Contact:
MediaRelations@osa.org
