CONFERENCES SUMMARY

In support of advancing the frontiers of laser and sensing technologies, the LIGHT Publishing Group of the Changchun Institute of Optics, Fine Mechanics, and Physics (CIOMP), Chinese Academy of Sciences—a partner of UNESCO's International Year of Light and International Day of Light, European Optical Society—will join forces with Laser World of Photonics China to host an event in the Light Conference series: Light Conference on Laser & Sensor 2026. This conference will be held from March 18-19, 2026, in conjunction with Laser World of Photonics China. It will convene leading experts, scholars, and industry leaders worldwide to discuss the latest research advancements and future applications in laser and sensor technology, establishing a global platform for in-depth integration of academia and industry.

Computational optics is an optical design method based on information transmission and focusing on the entire chain, integration, and globalization. This forum will provide an in-depth discussion of the latest developments in the field of computational optical imaging. As a new generation of optical imaging technology, computational imaging has gradually entered large-scale applications in fields such as mobile phone photography, medical care, surveillance, industrial inspection, and driverless driving.

Optical metasurface technology is capable of manipulating the amplitude, phase, polarization and frequency of light in unconventional ways and can be used in a variety of optical applications including holography, color printing, beam shaping and edge detection, polarization generation and detection, creation of terahertz waves and it also has rich application prospects in imaging, wave-front engineering, nonlinear optics, quantum information processing, etc.

Intelligent optical manufacturing uses advanced information technology and automation technology to integrate all aspects of the production process, achieve automated control and intelligent decision-making, and increase productivity, reduce costs, improve product quality, and enhance innovation capabilities. This forum focuses on the field of advanced optical technology, inviting a number of scientific researchers and experts from industries in this field to gather wisdom, share experience, and discuss the cutting-edge technology and industrial development trends in optical manufacturing. In the future, the cross-application of new productivity such as artificial intelligence, metaverse, next-generation communication, quantum technology, and advanced optical technology in different fields will provide new momentum for the development of the optoelectronic market, promote the higher-quality development of the optoelectronic industry, and further promote the new trend of intelligent manufacturing applications.

Integrated Circuit Precision Testing Technology Forum will be held parallel to Laser World of Photonics China. It will focus on key process testing technologies such as wafer inspection, overlay inspection, and packaging inspection, and will explore in depth the innovative paths and application prospects of precision testing technologies for integrated circuits. The forum aims to foster in-depth discussions on innovative pathways and application prospects for precision testing, promoting deep integration across industry, academia, and research to build a collaborative innovation ecosystem.

As the potential demand market for the global infrared industry continues to grow, the civilian market will usher in a period of rapid growth in market demand in industries such as power, construction, law enforcement, fire protection, and vehicles. Especially during the epidemic era, the integration of infrared detection systems once became a focus. The development of emerging markets will also become an important driving force for the growth of my country's infrared market. At the same time, infrared technology has been widely used in weapons and equipment and is an indispensable part of modern high-tech conventional weapons and equipment. The forum combined with the exhibition of infrared technology and application products, will bring a combination of technology popularization, academic frontier, the industry's cutting-edge product display and application solutions in different fields, aims to bringing the visitors a communication platform integrating production, learning and research.

LIDAR Technology and Application Frontier Forum will be held parallel to the fair show. It is expected to attract well-known manufacturers, from key technologies such as laser light source, optical components and sensing technology, both domestic and foreign laser LIDAR suppliers, representatives of research institutions industrial automation manufacturers, first-tier automotive suppliers and users of automotive OEMs, to participate.

Mid-Infrared Laser Technology Forum will be held parallel to Laser World of Photonics China. It will focus on cutting-edge mid-infrared laser technologies, bringing together experts from academia, research, and industry. It aims to facilitate in-depth discussions on key challenges such as material innovations, device design, and system integration. By promoting knowledge exchange and cross-disciplinary collaboration, the forum seeks to help the industry capture new trends and accelerate the commercialization of innovative achievements.

The mobility revolution driven by "light" is accelerating. Laser beams are piercing the functional boundaries of traditional automotive lighting, while optical sensing is reshaping the perception logic of intelligent driving. From the critical role of LiDAR in autonomous driving to optical sensing interactions in smart cabins, optoelectronic technologies are systematically reshaping the future landscape of the automotive industry—transitioning from mere "mobility tools" to "digital emotional spaces." To foster technical exchange and collaboration across the industry chain and promote the large-scale commercialization of laser/optical technologies in the automotive sector, OE Automotive is hosting this conference. Centered on the theme "Optic-Electronic Convergence, Intelligent Driving Pioneer," the conference aims to focus on technological innovation and the construction of an intelligent driving ecosystem. It will serve as a platform connecting OEMs, component suppliers, technology service providers, research institutions, and investment firms to explore how laser and optical technologies empower the next generation of intelligent vehicles.

High-tech Achievement Transformation Promotion Conference will be based on the academic research of high-tech, dedicated to providing a platform for the industry to promote and display the achievements of high-tech, promote technical exchanges and cooperation, and release information, aiming at promoting the development and innovation of high-tech industry, closely combining the application of industry, academia, and research, and providing scientific and theoretical support for the drawing of the blueprint for the development of the industry.

As a high-precision approach, advanced optical technology is an important tool to help scientists carry out scientific research. This course plans to combine the advantages of scientific research universities and optical industry companies to become a comprehensive and intensive course for cultivating optical system engineers.