Laser World of Photonics 2027 Forum program

At Laser World of Photonics 2027, four forums offer a comprehensive and attractive program of presentations on the latest applications of lasers and photonics.

Lecture at Laser World of Photonics - a speaker presents India's technological potential and economic strengths at the Forum for Laser Material Processing.

What the forums offer you

At Laser World of Photonics 2027, four forums offer a comprehensive and attractive program of presentations on the latest applications of lasers and photonics. In addition, there will be other program highlights such as discussion panels and pitches at the forums.

Attending the forum program is included in your trade fair ticket.

The forum program for Laser World of Photonics 2027 will be available here starting in spring 2027.

The lecture program features the following formats:

Application Panels

In practice-oriented lecture series, renowned experts from the photonics industry will address the latest trends in the field of optical technologies and provide information on challenges and solutions. The language of the lectures is English.

Presentations by exhibitors

Exhibitors at Laser World of Photonics will present their new products and application innovations in 20-minute presentations.

Forum Biophotonics and Medical Applications

Hall B2

The forum presents the latest approaches in increasingly AI-supported medical imaging and laser-based diagnostics and therapy. Other key areas of focus include the integration of photonics and robotics in the life sciences, as well as microscopy and spectroscopy techniques that deliver increasingly precise results using ever-smaller amounts of light. Healthcare and biotechnology professionals come together here with developers from industry and research.

Three speakers will take the stage at the “Biophotonics and Medical Applications” forum at Laser World of Photonics
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Forum Integrated Photonics Applications

Hall A2

The forum highlights the rapid progress of integrated photonics through the latest developments and applications. Whether in data communications and AI data centers, sensor technology, medical technology, quantum technologies, or embedded systems in the automotive and aerospace industries: The impact of photonic integrated circuits (PICs) and all-optical networks, interfaces, and chips is growing, with a tremendous effect on data rates, energy efficiency, and miniaturization. The focus is on the design, packaging, and materials of integrated photonic components, their quality-controlled manufacturing, and practical applications in industry and research.

Lecture at the Laser World of Photonics trade show in front of an audience, with exhibition booths and a sign reading “Integrated Photonics Area” in the background
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Integrated Photonics Area

More information about the Integrated Photonics Area, the trade fair topic Integrated Photonics, and further links:

Forum Laser Materials Processing

Hall B3

The forum is dedicated to innovative, increasingly AI-supported laser processes for industrial macro- and micro-material processing. It focuses on fully automated, quality-optimized, and highly effective cutting, welding, drilling, and structuring processes; additive manufacturing processes; surface functionalization; and novel process strategies.

Panel discussion at the “Laser Materials Processing” forum during Laser World of Photonics, held before an audience of industry professionals.
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Forum Lasers and Optics

Hall A2

The forum showcases the latest developments in the fields of laser technology and optics. It focuses on laser sources, optical components and systems, beam shaping, measurement technology, and innovative applications for industry, research, medical technology, and communications.

Prof. Dr. Andreas Tünnermann, Hans-Dieter Hoffmann, Dr. Thomas Rettich on stage of Forum Lasers and Optics 2025
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Prof. Dr. Andreas Tünnermann, Hans-Dieter Hoffmann, Dr. Thomas Rettich, Forum Lasers and Optics 2025

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