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LIA’s 2016 ICALEO® Laser Research Conference Just Weeks Away

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ICALEO 2016 continues its 34-year tradition of connecting the laser industry and showcasing speakers

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ORLANDO, FL  – SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 – The world’s premier platform for breakthrough laser solutions is right around the corner: Laser Institute of America’s 2016 International Congress on Applications of Lasers & Electro-Optics (ICALEO®), will be held this year from Oct. 16-20 at the Sheraton® San Diego in San Diego, CA.

ICALEO, which bears a 34-year history as the most comprehensive spotlight on laser research and state-of-the-art laser materials processing, will provide both veteran and newcomer industry attendees with unbeaten opportunities to explore and connect at several networking events. Attendees will also have a chance to review the latest technology and research leading to advanced manufacturing applications in medicine, transportation, energy, communications and defense.

From the popular Welcome Reception, to the President’s Reception, Laser Industry Vendor Reception, and the esteemed LIA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon, ICALEO 2016 continues its tradition of connecting the laser industry and showcasing speakers who are afforded the opportunity to have their paper peers reviewed, thus lending even more authority to their work. Three students will have the opportunity to be acknowledged with the 18th annual Student Paper Award. The award winners will be announced during the Closing Plenary Session on Thursday. ICALEO’s Poster Presentation Gallery will be featured throughout the conference, with poster presenters available on Wednesday morning to answer questions and present their research. Awards will also be presented to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.

This year’s conference is again chaired by Silke Pflueger of DirectPhotonics, ICALEO’s first female congress general chair, who heads back this year to the town where she attended her first ICALEO.

“From my beginnings as session chair and chair of short courses at that first ICALEO in San Diego, to my arrival back in 2016 as congress general chair of the event, it’s clear that my time at ICALEO has been worthwhile!” she recounted. “Just as I was pushed further, and was helped to better understand what I am doing from the veteran attendees, I witness every year how ICALEO grows laser leaders like me. I hope my story encourage lots of new people – and young people – to come and join us.”

Accompanying Pflueger in assembling the ICALEO program are the following chair members:

  • Laser Materials Processing Conference: Christoph Leyens, Fraunhofer IWS
  • Laser Microprocessing Conference: Michelle Stock, mlstock consulting
  • Nanomanufacturing Conference: Yongfeng Lu, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Business Forum and Panel Discussion: Klaus Löffler, TRUMPF Laser and Systems GmbH

ICALEO attendees have the opportunity to learn about the latest products and services from top-tier industry exhibitors and sponsors, including:

  • Platinum sponsor: IPG Photonics Corporation
  • Gold sponsors: Edgewave GmbH Innovative Laser Solutions, SPI Lasers, TRUMPF Inc., TeraDiode, Inc.
  • Silver sponsors: Laserline Inc., Light Conversion Ltd., Lumentum
  • Bronze sponsor: Spectra-Physics, A Newport Company, JENOPTIK Laser GmbH

“From men and women who are interested in the fundamentals of the interaction between a laser beam and a material, to those interested in how a process can be integrated and optimized for an application, ICALEO brings the academics and industrials together to improve and inspire laser technology,” Pflueger added. “It’s a pretty special event, unlike any other I’ve attended.”

Combining the latest thought leadership in laser materials processing, laser microprocessing and nanomanufacturing with informed predictions on where the future of lasers will lead, LIA’s ICALEO 2016 is the premier source of technical information in the field.

To register for ICALEO 2016, visit www.icaleo.org. To qualify for exclusive member discounts, read about the benefits of joining Laser Institute of America at www.lia.org/membership.

About LIA

The Laser Institute of America (LIA) is the professional society for laser applications and safety serving the industrial, educational, medical, research and government communities throughout the world since 1968. www.lia.org, 13501 Ingenuity Drive, Ste 128, Orlando, FL 32826, +1.407.380.1553.

 

The Top Five Things to See and Do at ICALEO 2016

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These five engaging events will take place at this year’s ICALEO conference, held from October 16-20 at the Sheraton San Diego in San Diego, California.

This year’s International Congress on Applications of Lasers & Electro-Optics (ICALEO®) in San Diego, California is content-packed and better than ever. Held this year from October 16-20 at the Sheraton San Diego, laser professionals and curious tech connoisseurs from around the world will engage on the West Coast in an environment where professionals are able to participate and share in striking conversations and revelations about the latest and most popular developments within laser research.

If you attended the 34th annual ICALEO last year at the Sheraton Hotel in Atlanta, you can attest to more than 400 attendees from over 22 different countries who took part in various event segments and networking with like-minded scientists, engineers, and researchers, all while openly discussing the latest findings in laser research and developments within multifarious fields.

From keynote speaker Dr. Ellen Townes-Anderson’s research of laser tweezers, to more than 200 presentations and posters covering findings in photonics and laser technology, the 2016 ICALEO builds off of last year’s momentum, celebrates 35 years of laser innovation, and provides attendees with countless opportunities to network and learn about new laser technology in various fields and review the latest developments in laser research.

Here are the top five things to see and do at ICALEO 2016:

1. Plenary Sessions

The opening plenary session will spotlight laser applications beyond the everyday. Join us during this session as we visit Mars, self-driving cars, and revisit LIGO. The closing plenary session will bring you new ideas and processes to expand your horizons. It will feature presentations which cover surprising new developments in applications – from iPhones® to planes.

2. The 18th Annual Student Paper Award

Now in its 18th year, the ICALEO Student Paper Award provides a special opportunity for students working within laser development and research. Each year, students submit papers that are then reviewed by designated ICALEO conference chairs. Award winners of the 18th annual Student Paper Award will be announced during the ICALEO’s Closing Plenary Session. There will be a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner.

3. Laser Industry Vendor Reception & Tabletop Display

This ICALEO event enables attendees to meet other professionals who are making waves within the laser industry. Those attending the Laser Industry Vendor Reception are able to network with others while sharing current or future product ideas. The tabletop displays also allow attendees to participate in engaging conversations and learn about the latest products from some of the biggest names in the industry.

4. The LIA Awards Luncheon

The annual Laser Institute of America Awards Luncheon consists of a conversation-filled meal with colleagues, an awards presentation, and a speaker address. The Arthur L. Schawlow Award recognizes the career-long dedication of an individual and is held with high regard. It is presented each year to one hard-working and motivated individual who has majorly and positively impacted laser technology for scientists and consumers within a given field. Read more about the 2016 Schawlow Award Winner, Dr. Yongfeng Lu, here.

5. Networking Opportunities

Within the technology industry, networking has become one of the most appreciated keys to success. This year’s conference will offer countless opportunities for both aspiring and professional scientists and engineers to network with academics and R&D industrialists from all over the world.

Each year, ICALEO strives to provide both the latest and most recent information in laser technology to its attendees. Whether it be through a meet-and-greet, poster presentation, award ceremony, tabletop display, or networking social event, ICALEO 2016 offers countless educational and socially interactive opportunities for aspiring and veteran professionals alike.

For more information, and to register for ICALEO 2016, please click here.

Are you a current student and want to register for this event? For more information on discounted student memberships, please click here.

 

ICALEO® & Students: Where the Next Generation of Laser Professionals Expand Their Career Opportunities

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How will you learn and grow at the 35th Edition of ICALEO?

The 35th International Congress on Applications of Lasers & Electro-Optics (ICALEO®) will take place October 16–20, 2016 in San Diego, California, bringing together laser professionals from all over the world to discuss the latest developments in laser research. Considered by many to be one of the most important laser materials processing conferences in the world, it’s no surprise that hundreds of laser professionals make their way to the conference annually.

Why ICALEO Matters to Students Working With Lasers

ICALEO is a fantastic opportunity for students interested in laser applications. With opportunities to network with scientists, engineers and other industry leaders, combined with educational seminars in an array of laser applications, and a chance to have your own research and ideas published, there is no shortage of reasons for a full-time student to attend ICALEO. Student registration for ICALEO includes access to all technical sessions, plenary sessions, receptions, the awards luncheon –  and a technical digest.

Last year, ICALEO brought in over 400 attendees from all over the world, with over 200 presentations and posters available for viewing. Have your eye on eventually building your own laser-related business? Last year, the event also featured a business forum for small businesses and entrepreneurs in the laser and optics fields, providing a new avenue for laser professionals to learn and share from one another outside of the academic setting.

How Can Students Make an Impact on This Year’s ICALEO?

Students can make just as much of a splash at ICALEO as the seasoned professionals. The 2016 Call for Papers is closed. If you already submitted a paper, make sure you apply for the contest by August 4. The papers will be reviewed by ICALEO conference chairs, with the winners announced during the closing plenary session on Thursday, October 20, 2016. There are even cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners!

Winning papers will also be submitted to LIA’s Journal of Laser Applications. The Student Paper Award gives a unique opportunity for students studying laser applications to have their ideas and research viewed by industry leaders, as well as published in a credible publication. For the official rules of entry, please visit the Student Paper Award page here.

Special Perks Available for LIA Student Members

If you’re an LIA member, you’ll  receive special member rates on courses, conferences, and seminars, including ICALEO. In fact, we offer special rates for full-time students that come with a number of exciting perks that will supplement your budding career as a laser professional. LIA members receive an online subscription to Journal of Laser Applications as well as LIA Today, our newsletter publication. You can also get a leg up on your own laser safety training through discounted course rates. LIA membership gives you access to new industry connections, networking opportunities beyond ICALEO, as well as career and volunteer opportunities not available elsewhere.

Inspired by the opportunities at ICALEO? Do not delay! Registration for ICALEO is underway. Students must pre-register for ICALEO before September 7, 2016. Please note that online and onsite registration will not be accepted for students, so you’ll have to fill out and follow the instructions on the registration form available by clicking here.

Students have a unique opportunity to gain invaluable insight, industry contacts, and supplementary education through ICALEO. For students with their sights set on a future in laser applications, attending events like ICALEO, coupled with a student membership through LIA, could potentially put you way ahead of your peers when it comes to developing your professional career.

For complete information on ICALEO and LIA membership, please visit Laser Institute of America (LIA) at www.lia.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yongfeng Lu Named LIA’s 2016 Schawlow Award Winner

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Laser Institute of America (LIA) Fellow, 2014 LIA President and 2016 ICALEO® Nanomanufacturing Conference Chair Dr. Yongfeng Lu has been selected as the 2016 Arthur L. Schawlow Award recipient recognizing his longstanding record of laser industry innovation and his significant contributions to basic and applied research in the fields of laser science and electrical engineering.

With more than 20 years of experience in the processing and characterization of microstructured and nanostructured materials and over 300 journal papers and 350 conference papers published, the Lott Distinguished Professor of Engineering at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) will receive the honor at this year’s International Congress on Applications of Lasers & Electro-Optics (ICALEO), to be held from Oct. 16-20, 2016, at the Sheraton® San Diego in San Diego, CA.

Lu, whose nanoengineering research has led to a number of compelling commercialization and product developments, received his bachelor’s degree from Tsinghua University (China) in 1984 and M.Sc. and Ph.D. degrees from Osaka University (Japan) in 1988 and 1991, all in electrical engineering. His numerous professional accolades include election as SPIE Fellow, OSA Fellow and serving as Chair and General Chair for major international conferences in the field, including the Congress General Chair for ICALEO in 2007 and 2008, and general co-chair for LASE at Photonics West 2014 and 2015.

“I’ve worked throughout my professional career to test the boundaries, and help other engineers test the boundaries, in future-forward areas like nanoelectronics and laser-assisted nanomanufacturing,” Lu said. “I could not be more proud of my work, and my research team’s work. I am also absolutely honored to be the recipient of the distinguished Schawlow award, which I hope will continue to help me initiate breakthroughs in areas such as nanophotonics, Nano-Raman spectroscopy and 3D nanomanufacturing.”

Professor Lu established the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Laser Assisted Nano Engineering group in 2002, and has led several research projects for the university, funded by NSF, AFOSR, ONR, DTRA, DOE, DOT, NCESR, NRI, private companies and other foundations in Japan.

“Another one of my constant missions is to contribute to the international collaborations between LIA and sister societies in other countries,” Lu added.

LIA presented the first award in 1982 to Arthur L. Schawlow, who won the Nobel Prize in physics in 1981. Schawlow was co-recipient of the 1960 patent for the maser with Charles Townes, inventor of the laser. Past recipients have included Keming Du (2015), founder of EdgeWave, Reinhart Poprawe (2014), managing director of Fraunhofer ILT and LIA president for 2012, and Ursula Keller (2013), inventor of the semiconductor saturable absorber mirror, or SESAM, and the first female Schawlow award winner.

Lu will receive his Schawlow Award on Oct. 20 during the 2016 ICALEO awards luncheon. You can join the celebration and attend other ICALEO sessions by registering for ICALEO 2016 at www.icaleo.org.

About LIA

The Laser Institute of America (LIA) is the professional society for laser applications and safety serving the industrial, educational, medical, research and government communities throughout the world since 1968. www.lia.org, 13501 Ingenuity Drive, Ste 128, Orlando, FL 32826, +1.407.380.1553.

Registration Opens for LIA’s 2016 ICALEO Laser Research Conference

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Registration is now open for the world’s premier platform for breakthrough laser solutions – Laser Institute of America (LIA)’s 2016 International Congress on Applications of Lasers & Electro-Optics (ICALEO®), to be held this year from Oct. 16-20 at the Sheraton® San Diego in San Diego, CA.

ICALEO, which bears a 34 year history as the most comprehensive spotlight on laser research and state-of-the-art laser materials processing, will provide both veteran and newcomer industry attendees with unbeaten opportunities to explore and connect at several networking events. Attendees will also have a chance to review the latest technology and research leading to advanced manufacturing applications in medicine, transportation, energy, communications and defense.

From the popular Welcome Reception, to the President’s Reception, Laser Industry Vendor Reception, and the esteemed LIA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon, ICALEO 2016 continues its tradition of connecting the laser industry and showcasing speakers who are afforded the opportunity to have their paper peers reviewed, thus lending even more authority to their work. Three students will have the opportunity to be acknowledged with the 18th annual Student Paper Award. The award winners will be announced during the Closing Plenary Session on Thursday. ICALEO’s Poster Presentation Gallery will be featured throughout the conference, with poster presenters available on Wednesday morning to answer questions and present their research. Awards will also be presented to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners.

This year’s conference is again chaired by Silke Pflueger of DirectPhotonics, ICALEO’s first female congress general chair, who heads back this year to the town where she attended her first ICALEO.

“From my beginnings as session chair and chair of short courses at that first ICALEO in San Diego, to my arrival back in 2016 as congress general chair of the event, it’s clear that my time at ICALEO has been worthwhile!” she recounted. “Just as I was pushed further, and was helped to better understand what I am doing from the veteran attendees, I witness every year how ICALEO grows laser leaders like me. I hope my story encourage lots of new people – and young people – to come and join us.”

Accompanying Pflueger in assembling the ICALEO program are the following chair members:

  • Laser Materials Processing Conference: Christoph Leyens, Fraunhofer IWS
  • Laser Microprocessing Conference: Michelle Stock, mlstock consulting
  • Nanomanufacturing Conference: Yongfeng Lu, University of Nebraska-Lincoln
  • Business Forum and Panel Discussion: Klaus Löffler, TRUMPF Laser and Systems GmbH

ICALEO attendees have the opportunity to learn about the latest products and services from top-tier industry exhibitors and sponsors, including:

  • Platinum sponsor: IPG Photonics Corporation
  • Gold sponsors: Edgewave GmbH Innovative Laser Solutions, SPI Lasers, TRUMPF Inc.
  • Silver sponsors: Laserline Inc., Light Conversion Ltd., Lumentum
  • Bronze sponsor: Spectra-Physics, A Newport Company

“From men and women who are interested in the fundamentals of the interaction between a laser beam and a material, to those interested in how a process can be integrated and optimized for an application, ICALEO brings the academics and industrials together to improve and inspire laser technology,” Pflueger added. “It’s a pretty special event, unlike any other I’ve attended.”

Combining the latest thought leadership in laser materials processing, laser microprocessing and nanomanufacturing with informed predictions on where the future of lasers will lead, LIA’s ICALEO 2016 is the premier source of technical information in the field.

To register for ICALEO 2016, visit www.icaleo.org. To qualify for exclusive member discounts, read about the benefits of joining Laser Institute of America at www.lia.org/membership.

About LIA

The Laser Institute of America (LIA) is the professional society for laser applications and safety serving the industrial, educational, medical, research and government communities throughout the world since 1968. www.lia.org, 13501 Ingenuity Drive, Ste 128, Orlando, FL 32826, +1.407.380.1553.

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