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2026 Symposium '5D Photonics'

International Symposium '5D Photonics: From Concept to Innovation'

16th and 17th February 2026 at Schloss Herrenhausen

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Welcome to the two-day symposium 'Photonic Engineering', organised by the PhoenixD Cluster of Excellence. As part of our efforts to expand our leading in optics and photonics research, we invite scientists and industry representatives to exchange ideas in a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment. Engage in stimulating discussions and explore innovative approaches to challenges in the field of photonics. Become part of a strong scientific community and actively shape the future of photonics.

Welcome to the two-day symposium 'Photonic Engineering', organised by the PhoenixD Cluster of Excellence. As part of our efforts to expand our leading in optics and photonics research, we invite scientists and industry representatives to exchange ideas in a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment. Engage in stimulating discussions and explore innovative approaches to challenges in the field of photonics. Become part of a strong scientific community and actively shape the future of photonics.

About PhoenixD and the Symposium

The PhoenixD Cluster of Excellence at Leibniz University Hannover brings together leading scientists from physics, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, chemistry, and mathematics to shape the future of optics and photonics. Our goal is to develop innovative optical systems that provide groundbreaking high-tech solutions for tomorrow. With strong industry support, we strategically translate our research into practical applications. PhoenixD fosters interdisciplinary exchange and trains the next generation of researchers to drive technological innovation.

On 16th and 17th February 2026, we warmly invite you to Herrenhausen Palace for the two-day symposium 'Photonic Engineering'. This event provides a platform for dialogue between academia and industry. Engage with leading experts on current issues in photonics and become part of our dynamic research community.

Important information
  • The conference language is English.
  • Places are limited.

Topics at a Glance

Production

Process-oriented Process Chains, Thin-film Circuits, Latency Minimisation and Real-time AI Optimisation

Optical Metrology

Rendering, Holographic and Phase Imaging, Digital Twins, Anomaly Detection, DDNN, Scattering Imaging

Optical Materials

Epitaxial Thin Films, Fibre-optic Materials, Nanostructures for Sensors, Hybrid Materials, Virtualisation

Computational Photonics

Optimisation of Optical Systems, Design of New Materials, Simulation, Hardware Development and System Integration

Matter-Light Interaction

Efficient Phase Modulation, Quantum Light States, Quantum Interactions, X-ray and Quantum Sources

Conference Venue

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Herrenhausen Palace, Conference Centre
Herrenhäuser Str. 5, 30167 Hannover, Germany

By car: Highway A2, exit 'Herrenhausen'
By tram: Line 4 or 5, stop 'Herrenhäuser Gärten'
By bus: Line 136, stop 'Herrenhäuser Gärten'

Herrenhausen Palace

Funded by

German Research Foundation German Research Foundation German Research Foundation

In collaboration with

Volkswagen Stiftung Volkswagen Stiftung Volkswagen Stiftung

Organisation

Cluster of Excellence PhoenixD
Address
Welfengarten 1
30167 Hannover
Cluster of Excellence PhoenixD
Address
Welfengarten 1
30167 Hannover