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It is with great pleasure that we present to you the latest, twenty-seventh edition of our newsletter, which is a window into the world of achievements and activities of the Polish scientific community focused on optics and photonics. This edition is filled with news about the latest events and breakthroughs in the high-tech sector in Poland. |
We invite you to read PNOP and share your feedback,
Candela Foundation
Polish Technological Platform on Photonics |
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Summer school on optical imaging and microscopy |
The Candela Foundation, in cooperation with theICTER International Center for Translational Eye Research, invites you to the "Warsaw Summer School on Advanced Optical Imaging," to be held September 3-5, 2024 at the UW Library. The program will be filled with introductory lectures on optical imaging and presentations of the latest developments in the field. Save the day and submit your abstract! |
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Polish companies present at SPIE Photonics West 2024 |
VIGO Photonics, a manufacturer of IR detectors and epitaxial materials, and Fluence, a manufacturer of femtosecond lasers, presented their offerings at the largest photonics exhibitions SPIE Photonics West in San Francisco. Representatives of Polish companies and research institutions also took part in the fair and the accompanying conference. |
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Donate 1.5% of your tax to the Resonators scholarship program |
The time for tax settlements has arrived, which gives us all a chance to support worthwhile social causes . This year we warmly encourage you to donate 1.5% of your tax to the activities of the Candela Foundation. The entire amount raised will be donated to scholarships in the Rezonator program. In your tax return, simply indicate CIL's KRS number: 0000 215 720 and the specific purpose: Fundacja Candela. |
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Non-classical light sources in 2D materials and their applications, Wrocław 19-20 FEBRUARY 2024 |
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IOS’2024 Integrated Optics - Sensors, Sensing Structures and Methods, Szczyrk, 26 FEBRUARY - 1 MARCH 2024 |
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Research opportunities for modern science and technology using high-power pulsed lasers – Extreme Light Infrastructure Training for Polish Students, online 6 MARCH - 30 APRIL 2024 |
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European Conference Quantum Technologies for Defence: Current and future capabilities, Warszawa 13-14 MARCH 2024 |
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VISPep'2024 – 4th International Symposium on Visual Physiology, Environment & Perception, Warzawa 15-17 MARCH 2024 |
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IMAMPC'2024 – 13th International Meeting on Atomic and Molecular Physics and Chemistry, Warszawa 9-12 JULY 2024 |
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Warsaw Summer School on Advanced Optical Imaging, Warszawa 3-5 SEPTEMBER 2024 |
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Event & coommunication coordinator |
Candela Foundation |
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Internship in R&D division |
Corning Optical Communication |
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Anna Szerling elected Chair of the microEPC Council |
During its first meeting, the Council of the Microelectronics, Electronics and Photonics Cluster elected a Council Chair – Anna Szerling, representing Lukasiewicz-Institute of Microelectronics and Photonics. Congratulations! The Council also decided to adopt the abbreviated name of the Cluster: microEPC. |
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Photonics in the finals of the Direction : Space competition |
A project by the Photonic Engineering Student Chapter from Warsaw University of Technology has made it to the finals of the Direction:Space competition, run by the New Space Foundation. The Chapter presented the LASPA project, focusing on studying the effects of lasers on plant growth in microgravity. Congratulations! |
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Green Micron3D at the Campus of the Central Office of Measures |
Smarttech has installed its highest resolution MICRON3D green stereo 20-20 Mpix industrial scanner at the Laboratory Campus of the Central Office of Measures. The campus is a joint venture between Office and Kielce University of Technology, creating a research and implementation base for the cooperation of industry and science. |
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Scanway in Korean microsatellite project |
The Wroclaw-based optical instrument manufacturer has reached an agreement with Nara Space Technology, a Korean company that builds satellite systems. Scanway will cooperate on the development of a microsatellite system for monitoring methane levels - the launch of a prototype satellite is planned for 2026 (photo: mikrokontroler.pl). |
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Pilot line for quantum dots synthesis |
Wroclaw-based QNA Technology, a manufacturer of blue quantum dots used, among other things, for the development of new-generation displays, has completed construction of an experimental pilot line for quantum dots synthesis. The launch of production on this line will allow the company to meet the growing demand for its products. |
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Positive results from inPROBE clinical trial |
Lublin-based SDS Optic has announced positive results from the first part of the clinical trial of the inPROBE microprobe. inPROBE® is a micrometric biosensor under development by the company for breast cancer diagnostics. The results obtained are consistent with the research hypothesis. (photo by. SDS Optic) |
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New member of the Microelectronics, Electronics and Photonics Cluster |
The Microelectronics, Electronics and Photonics Cluster was joined by Szczecin-based Precision Systems Engineering, a manufacturer of solutions for small and medium-sized production lines, including vision systems and devices for fiber optic array manufacturing. |
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Record revenue for PCO |
PCO SA, a member of the Polish Armaments Group and a manufacturer of optoelectronic products for individual soldiers and combat platforms, achieved record revenues of up to PLN 323 million in 2023. The Warsaw-based company is expanding cooperation with international partners. |
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PhotonHub Europe |
PhotonHub Europe (PHE) is a Europe-wide support network for entrepreneurs who want to incorporate innovative photonic solutions into their products or processes. Supported by national PhotonHubs, the 36 top European technology centres offer information and training, business support, support in raising funding and a wide network of contacts - and above all the opportunity to experiment, test and develop technologies (including scaling up production). PhotonHub also comprehensively supports startups. However, the main part of its offer is high-end technology services, available at a very significant discount thanks to EU funding.
These services are available to all entities in the EU, with a special focus on SMEs. The PPTF is the Polish partner of PHE as the national photonics hub. |
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Technology platforms and pilot lines |
As part of its services to industry, PhotonHub offers design, prototyping, measurement and testing within the following technology platforms: Laser-based Manufacturing; Silicon Nitride waveguide, InP-based Photonic Integrated Circuits, Silicon-based Photonic Integrated Circuits, MOEMS and Hybrid Photonics Systems, Polymer-based photonic components and large-area organic-photonics, Glass and Polymer Specialty Fibres and Fibre Devices, Free-Space Photonic Components and Systems PhotonHub also provides access to 7 photonic pilot lines for all interested companies |
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We are collecting information about optics and photonics community in Poland. The newsletters is created in close collaboration with the local community. If you want to share with us something interesting, newsworthy – please contact us by sending an mail to newsletter@candela.org.pl. |
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