2023 Agenda

About

Boston Photonics Day is an annual event for Greater Boston Area optics & photonics talents, organized by the Boston University SPIE/OPTICA student chapter with the support of the Boston University Photonics Center. This unique occasion brings together professionals, researchers, and students from the photonics community, creating a vibrant hybrid of social and networking opportunities. The event is designed to foster collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the exploration of cutting-edge advancements in the field of photonics. It serves as a platform for attendees to engage in insightful discussions, build connections, and gain valuable industry insights.

The event will be a whole day event with alumni seminars, a panel discussion, an optics fair, and a poster session.

Location

The conference will be held in person at Boston University on the 9th floor and 7th floor of the Photonics Center at 8 St Mary St, Boston, MA, USA starting at 8:30 am and end by 6:30 pm on Wednesday October 4, 2023.

Program

Time Event Location
8:30-9:00 Breakfast PHO 9th floor atrium
9:00-9:10 Opening remarks PHO 906
9:10-10:00 Keynote Presentation PHO 906
10:00-11:00 Featured talks PHO 906
11:00-12:30 Student poster session PHO 9th floor atrium
12:30-13:30 Lunch PHO 906
13:30-14:45 BU alumni talks PHO 906
14:45-15:30 Panel discussion PHO 906
15:30-18:30 Optics & Photonics Fair PHO 7th floor atrium
17:30-18:30 Reception PHO 7th floor atrium

Registration

Registration will open on August 1, 2023.

Submissions

The conference will have poster sessions for participants to present their research. The poster submission deadline is Sep 20th, 6pm Eastern Time.

The best poster will be featured with mysterious prizes.

Organizers and Sponsor

Conference organized by

Boston University SPIE/OPTICA student chapter | Boston University Photonics Center

Conference sponsored by