3 - 7 August 2025
San Diego, California, US

Attending SPIE Optics + Photonics

Be a part of this important event featuring the best in optical sciences technology
Plenary presenting at SPIE Optics + Photonics

Join your colleagues in San Diego

The event where the latest advances are shared by the optics and photonics community in optical engineering, nanotechnology, quantum science, organic photonics, and astronomical applications. NEW for 2025! Astronomical Applications Symposium

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Event venue

San Diego Convention Center
111 W Harbor Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101

Why attend Optics + Photonics?


Where the latest research is presented at SPIE Optics + Photonics

Share in the latest research

Gain access to thousands of presentations showcasing the latest breakthroughs from around the world

Connect with your colleagues at SPIE Optics + Photonics

Connect with colleagues

Various technical and networking events are provided to help you make important contacts

Plenary presentations planned at SPIE Optics + Photonics

Hear world-class speakers

Leaders in optics and photonics research share their latest challenges and opportunities

A home for your research


Connect with your colleagues and discuss your work

The need to share your research and to hear recent advances from other experts is as important as ever. Join peers in San Diego in August. Have your work published in the SPIE Digital Library and make it accessable to the world.

An opportunity to engage with leading companies at the SPIE Optics + Photonics exhibition


Learn more about the free exhibition

Join industry representatives in the San Diego Convention Center. Companies offer an inside look into their portfolio of products and services — product demonstrations are shared, connections are made in one-on-one conversations with company representatives.

Take advantage of onsite training


Advance your skills; advance your career

Created by experts, SPIE courses are designed to expand professional knowledge and skills. Topics include optomechanics, optical design, optical alignment, fabrication, deep learning and more.

Travel grants and fee waivers for Student Members


Student Members may qualify for support

SPIE Student Members are encouraged to apply for supplemental travel grants and fee waivers to attend Optics + Photonics. Student Members who are presenting authors will be given priority selection, but grants are open to all Student Members.

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