The World of Photonics Congress 2009 again attracted approximately 3,100 delegates from all over the world. The congress was larger, had a stronger international character, and had a sharper focus on practical applications than ever before. The seven individual conferences covered the entire spectrum of optical technologies. A new addition was the "Manufacturing of Optical Components" conference, which was organized by the European Optical Society (EOS). The focal point topics like biophotonics emphasized at the trade show were also examined in a number of conferences at the World of Photonics Congress.
 
For further information please have a look at the final report of LASER World of PHOTONICS 2009.
 
The World of Photonics Congress is the leading international congress for optical technologies in Europe and one of the Top 3 congresses of its kind worldwide. It is held in conjunction with LASER World of PHOTONICS, the international trade fair for optical technologies including components, systems and applications, so there is an intense exchange between the scientific an industrial sectors.

The next World of Photonics Congress will be held from 22-27 May 2011.