BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Laserlab-Europe AISBL - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Laserlab-Europe AISBL X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Laserlab-Europe AISBL REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Berlin BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250913 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250326T132315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T082230Z UID:10000149-1757296800-1757642399@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:RIANA Training School on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn about nanoscience and nanotechnology including material nano-structuring and characterization techniques? Join the 1st RIANA Training School and gain exclusive insights into the cutting-edge world of nanoscience and nanotechnology. This program offers PhD students and young postdoctoral researchers a unique opportunity to explore key technologies\, including: \n\nLaser Structuring\nFocused Ion Beams\nElectron Microscopy\nNuclear Magnetic Resonance\nNeutron Scattering\nHigh-Power Computing\nClean Room Techniques (not sure in the program yet)\n\n \n \n \n \n \n What RIANA provides\nAdmission is free of charge but subject to abstract approval. The program includes: \n\nAccommodation (single room with breakfast) in the B&B Hotel Düren\nShuttle bus between FZJ and B&B\nCoffee breaks & lunches\nPoster Session offering the chance to present your work and engage with experts from various sectors (including best poster award)\nPresentations led by renowned scientific experts and top researchers\nSite visits of FZJ institutes\, including Ernst Ruska-Centre for Microscopy and Spectroscopy with Electrons (ER-C)\, Jülich Centre for Neutron Science (JCNS)\, Institute of Biological Information Processing (IBI)\, Jülich Supercomputing Centre (JSC)\n\nTravel to / from the hotel has to be organized and paid at your own expenses. \n \n \n \n \n \n Dates and deadlines\n\nAbstract submission deadline: 15 April 2025\nNotification of acceptance: 12-16 May 2025\nRegistration opening: 19 May 2025\nRegistration deadline: 13 June 2025\nRIANA Training School: 8-11 September 2025\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More information URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/1st-riana-training-school-on-nanoscience-and-nanotechnology/ LOCATION:Jülich\, Jülich\, Germany CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,riana,trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/riana_logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250904T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250904T163000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250117T085730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T163512Z UID:10000061-1756980000-1757003400@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Lasers4EU General Assembly 2025 DESCRIPTION:The Lasers4EU General Assembly 2025 has two main goals: to reflect on the achievements of the project’s first year and to coordinate the next steps in its implementation. The meeting is an important milestone in the consortium’s ongoing efforts—not only to fulfill the objectives agreed with the European Commission\, but also to deliver meaningful services to the Laserlab-Europe scientific community and to foster innovation and progress. \nThe meeting will be held online\, with the detailed agenda made available on the project’s website. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/lasers4eu-general-assembly-2025/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,lasers4eu,projects ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Logo_Lasers4EU-2024_rgb.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250619 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250622 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250324T090511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T071925Z UID:10000001-1750298400-1750471199@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laser Spectroscopy and Photonic Technologies for Circular Economy: Advancing Sustainable Innovations in Material Research and Diagnostics DESCRIPTION:The workshop “Laser Spectroscopy and Photonic Technologies for Circular Economy: Advancing Sustainable Innovations in Material Research and Diagnostics”\, is a dynamic event dedicated to exploring the transformative role of photonic technologies in fostering sustainability and innovation. \nThis workshop will primarily focus on laser spectroscopy\, imaging\, and sensing technologies\, exploring their critical role in material research\, diagnostics\, and sustainable innovation. Participants will gain insights into how these advanced photonic techniques enable precise material characterization\, real-time monitoring\, and efficient resource management—key drivers for circular economy solutions. Through expert talks\, hands-on sessions\, and interactive discussions\, the workshop will highlight the versatility and impact of these technologies across research and industry. \nThe program will also feature a poster session\, providing a platform for researchers and students to present their work\, exchange ideas\, and foster new collaborations. \nTwo hands-on sessions will offer participants practical experience in: \n\nHyperspectral Imaging – exploring its powerful capabilities in material analysis and diagnostics.\nLaser Spectroscopy – delving into its versatile applications in environmental monitoring\, quality control\, and material characterization.\n\n\n \n Apply until 16 May 2025\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nWho should attend\n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for a diverse audience of researchers\, professionals\, and students who are interested in the intersection of photonic technologies and sustainable innovation. It will be particularly valuable for: \n\nResearchers and Academics working in material science\, photonics\, environmental science\, chemistry\, and related fields who want to explore advanced diagnostic tools and sustainable applications.\nIndustry Professionals from sectors such as recycling\, manufacturing\, environmental monitoring\, and quality control seeking innovative solutions for material analysis and circular economy practices.\nGraduate and PhD Students aiming to expand their knowledge and hands-on experience in hyperspectral imaging and laser spectroscopy.\n\nWhether you are driven by scientific curiosity\, industrial innovation\, or sustainability goals\, this workshop offers valuable insights\, networking opportunities\, and practical skills tailored to your interests. \n  \nHands-on sessions\n\n\nHyperspectral Imaging\nUnlike traditional RGB imaging\, which captures only three spectral bands\, hyperspectral imaging (HSI) collects the entire spectrum from every point in the field of view\, producing the “spectral cube”: a stack of images taken at a large number of wavelengths. HSI synergistically combines the spatial correlations typical of imaging with the chemometric information provided by spectra\, thus enabling the identification of materials in an inhomogeneous sample. This technology has been widely used since the 1970s in several fields such as remote sensing\, medical imaging\, astronomy\, agriculture\, and conservation science\, and can now become a key technology for sorting materials in the circular economy. \nLaser Spectroscopy\nThis hands-on experimental demonstration will provide participants with a practical understanding of how to use laser spectroscopy techniques for the analysis and characterization of surfaces and materials. The following techniques will be demonstrated: \n\nLIBS: Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy enables the determination of the elemental composition of materials on the basis of the characteristic atomic emission from a micro-plasma produced by focusing a high-power laser on\, a solid surface. It is widely used in various analytical applications for qualitative\, semi-quantitative\, and quantitative material analysis. LIBS is a rapid\, micro-destructive technique that can be performed both at close range and remotely (from distances of up to hundreds of meters). It can be used for bulk analysis\, depth profiling (elemental distribution with depth)\, and 2D and 3D chemical mapping.\nRaman: Raman spectroscopy is a well-established analytical technique that probes vibrational and other low-frequency modes in molecules and materials. As a result\, it provides an accurate look into chemical bonding\, thereby enabling identification of various types of materials\, both inorganic and organic. Raman spectroscopy features high sensitivity and specificity\, it is rapid\, non-destructive\, and can be performed in situ. When performed using a Raman microscope\, it offers superb spatial resolution and minimal analysis time.\n\nFollowing a brief introduction to the fundamental principles and instrumentation of both techniques\, participants will have the opportunity to use a Raman microscope and a micro-LIBS instrument (developed at IESL-FORTH) to analyse various materials. Participants are encouraged to contact us in advance if they wish to bring their own samples for potential analysis during the demonstration. \n \n \n \n \n \n The workshop is organised within the frame of project ReMade@ARI (REcyclable MAterials DEvelopement at Analytical Research Infrastructures) co-funded by the European Union as part of Horizon Europe (GA No 10105841). \nThe event is endorsed by Laserlab-Europe through EU’s Horizon Europe co-funded project Lasers4EU (GA No 101131771). URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laser-spectroscopy-and-photonic-technologies-for-circular-economy-2025/ LOCATION:Heraklion\, Heraklion\, Crete\, Greece CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,lasers4eu,projects,remade@ari,trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/250619-Laser-Photonics-workshop_draft2-1024x766-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250604T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250604T160000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250402T081726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T081850Z UID:10000150-1749045600-1749052800@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:OPOSSUM Online Workshop DESCRIPTION:The first online workshop on OPOSSUM – the Open Source Optics Simulation System and Unified Modeler – will take place on Wednesday\, 4 June 2025\, from 2-4 pm CEST via Zoom. The event will provide a first look at OPOSSUM\, developed within the European THRILL project. \nWhile OPOSSUM is still in its early development and design phase\, this online workshop will provide an introduction to its core concept\, a demonstration of initial capabilities\, and a discussion of potential features. More importantly\, we want to hear from you-our future users. Your insights and needs will directly shape OPOSSUM’s roadmap by guiding feature prioritization and development. \nThe following topics will be covered: \n\nIntroduction to OPOSSUM and its vision\nDemonstration of current capabilities\nDiscussion on feature development and roadmap\nCommunity-driven contributions and plugin system concepts\n\nWhether you are a researcher\, engineer\, or developer in optics and photonics\, your input will be invaluable in shaping the future of open-source optical simulation. We envision a collaborative ecosystem where community contributions integrate seamlessly into OPOSSUM’s framework. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/opossum-online-workshop/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,projects,thrill ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/THRILL_opossum_workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250601 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250607 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250326T131027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T131427Z UID:10000148-1748743200-1749175199@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Lasers4EU Training Event: Women in Photonics DESCRIPTION:The international workshop “Women in Photonics “ will be held from 1 to 5 June 2025 in Jena\, Germany. This event is organised by the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology\, a member of the Laserlab-Europe AISBL. \nThis year’s edition is organised with the support of Lasers4EU and 360Carla\, a project with which we closely collaborate. \nWorkshop focus: \n\n Optical health technologies – diagnosis\, monitoring\, therapy\n Biomedical microscopy\, bio-analytical methods\, medical chip systems\n Biophotonics such as vibrational spectroscopy\, fluorescence\, OCT\, PAT\, etc.\n Laser based technology\n Photonic data science (AI\, deep learning\, machine learning)\n Optical engineering\n Fiber optics/fiber technology\n\nTargeted audience: \nThe workshop addresses female postdocs and PhD students working in these research areas\, who want to present their own work and build up new networks. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange with experienced scientists from academia and industry and jointly develop strategies for a successful professional career. \nRegistration Details: \nDeadline: April 4\, 2025 – specific deadline for members of Laserlab-Europe AISBL\, Lasers4EU and 360Carla. \nEligible participants: Female scientists affiliated with Laserlab-Europe AISBL members and partners of the Horizon Europe Projects 360Carla and Lasers4EU. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More information URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/lasers4eu-training-event-women-in-photonics/ LOCATION:Jena\, Jena\, Germany CATEGORIES:conference calendar,laserlab-europe events,lasers4eu,trainings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/WiP-2025_training-school.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250402T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250402T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250225T071925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T093614Z UID:10000118-1743609600-1743613200@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Boosting multiphoton 3D printing for biomedical engineering: small features\, high impact DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Irina Alexandra Paun (INFLPR) \n \n \n \n \n \n The biomedical engineering sector is one of the most rapidly growing industrial areas\, bringing together engineering\, medicine and biology\, to develop novel technologies for medical treatment. Modern biomedical engineering advanced the concept of “reverse engineering”\, which means building micro- and nano-structures with functional biomimicry by extracting design parameters from biological systems\, such as from cell types and shapes\, and from the complex 3D architectures of extracellular matrix microenvironments. Cells seeded on these 3D micro/nano-structures attach\, interconnect\, proliferate\, and finally form masses of cells organized in 3D architectures closely resembling the natural tissue. These micro/nano-structures are currently used not only for fundamental mechanistic studies on the development\, regeneration\, and repair of damaged human tissues\, but also for diagnostics\, disease modeling\, drug delivery\, and personalized medicine. \nIn this talk\, I will present our recent results on the fusion between reverse engineering and laser processing\, within the scope of current challenges in medical treatments. Specifically\, I will show how we “boosted” a conventional 3D printing technique\, known as Laser Direct Writing via Two-Photon Polymerization (LDW via TPP)\, for biomedical engineering. LDW via TPP has been extensively used for fabricating structures with complex 3D architectures\, for biomedical use. It is known that LDW via TPP offers low operational costs\, rapid processing time\, high spatial resolution\, and full reproducibility of the obtained structures\, mandatory for systematic in vitro studies. In our work\, we targeted the development of innovative\, synergistic combinations of 3D micro/nano-structures fabricated by LDW via TPP and specific structure characteristics such as composition\, morphology\, and surface chemistry. This approach allowed us to obtain better control over attachment\, growth\, and\, in some cases\, differentiation of various cell types\, e.g. osteoblasts\, fibroblasts\, and glial cells. We further improved the effectiveness of the laser-printed structures by volumetric integration of electrically and magnetically responsive biomaterials into the “backbone” of the structures. The electrically or magnetically “active” 3D micro/nano-structures allowed us to accelerate certain processes involved in tissue regeneration by externally applied electric or magnetic stimuli. \nWe expect this approach to emerge in advanced biomedical applications such as tissue engineering\, wound dressings\, and advanced drug delivery systems\, with the final goal of refining patient-oriented treatments. \n \n \n \n \n \n This Laserlab-Europe Talk is coorganised by Laserlab-Europe\, Lasers4EU and 360Carla. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-boosting-multiphoton-3d-printing-for-biomedical-engineering-small-features-high-impact/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,lasers4eu ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/Thumbnail_paun.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250326T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250326T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250313T055516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T073822Z UID:10000121-1743004800-1743008400@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Lasers4EU Webinar: Technology transfer and patenting: from fundamental research to a business model. The example of LaserLeap Technologies DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Carlos Serpa (LaserLeap) \n \n \n \n \n \n This webinar will explore the journey from fundamental research to a viable business model within a technology-based university spin-off. Using the case of LaserLeap Technologies  – a medical and aesthetic device company founded in 2011 by a professor\, a researcher and a doctoral student – we will examine key aspects of technology transfer\, development\, financing and intellectual property. Rather than simply showcasing successes we will highlight the challenges faced\, including technical\, economic and regulatory barriers and how the company adapted its business model over time.Ultimately the webinar will emphasize the dynamic process of bridging the gap between academic innovation and the business world. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/lasers4eu-webinar-technology-transfer-and-patenting-from-fundamental-research-to-a-business-model-the-example-of-laserleap-technologies/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,lasers4eu,lasers4eu webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250305T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20250305T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250214T104227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T073740Z UID:10000117-1741190400-1741194000@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Revealing bacterial subcellular structure with three-dimensional multicolour super-resolution microscopy DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Chiara Caldini (LENS)  \n \n \n \n \n \n Cellular compartmentalization is the separation of the cellular interior into distinct compartments\, each with specific conditions and materials\, that enable the simultaneous execution of different metabolic processes. This organization is essential for regulating cellular functions\, as it enhances efficiency by minimizing the loss of intermediate products. While the compartmentalization of eukaryotic cells is well understood\, much less is known about the prokaryotic one. For a long time\, prokaryotic cells\, such as bacteria\, were believed to lack subcellular organization\, with biochemical reactions occurring in a disordered manner. However\, recent studies on metabolic pathways suggest a certain degree of subcellular organization within bacteria too that would facilitate enzyme proximity to enhance reactions kinetics. Although molecular biology provides different techniques\, such as two-hybrid systems\, to analyse molecular interactions\, imaging approaches are necessary to provide nanoscale spatial information about those interactions. \nIn our work we demonstrate how by combining Photo-Activated Localization Microscopy (PALM) with Expansion Microscopy (ExM) it is possible to perform three-dimensional simultaneous single-molecule co-localization and measure intermolecular distances with nanometres precision. The Ex-PALM approach is applied to study the spatial distribution of two enzymes\, HisF and HisH\, of the histidine metabolic pathway in Escherichia Coli bacteria whose interaction has already been demonstrated by previous studies. Using a plasmid-based transformation\, each protein was tagged with a photoactivable fluorescent protein (HisF-PAGFP\, HisH-PAmCherry) to enable single-molecule localization with nanometres accuracy. A negative control sample with two non-interacting enzymes\, HisH and aaC\, was also prepared to confirm our hypothesis that only interacting proteins co-localize. \nTo validate our theory\, we first improved three-dimensional multicolour PALM imaging by reducing crosstalk and chromatic aberrations. This step was essential\, as these aberrations are comparable in scale to the intermolecular distances of interest\, and failing to correct them would compromise single-molecule localization accuracy\, making it impossible to analyse densely packed subcellular structures\, such as those found in bacteria. Next\, we optimized the ExM protocol to achieve a 4.5-fold isotropic expansion of bacteria\, enabling the study of bacterial subcellular organization. To prove the reliability of our analysis method\, we applied it on both simulated and real data and found consistent results. \n \n Watch the LLE Talk URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/lle-talk-revealing-bacterial-subcellular-structure-with-three-dimensional-multicolour-super-resolution-microscopy/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,lasers4eu ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/Thumbnail_caldini.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250113 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250118 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20241128T104039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T085544Z UID:10000002-1736730000-1737075599@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:THRILL Workshop on Adaptive Optics Integration DESCRIPTION:The THRILL Workshop on Adaptive Optics Integration will be held in conjunction with the upcoming LPA Special Workshop on “Intelligent Systems“ from January 13-16\, 2025\, at the University of Oxford. This in-person event will host a larger community interested in topics related to machine learning\, optimization\, automation\, and system integration in laser facilities\, featuring an enriching program with plenary talks\, discussion sessions\, and tutorials. \nThe workshop aims to cover the full spectrum of automation and intelligent control in high-power laser and laser plasma acceleration (LPA) facilities. \nThe scope encompasses both hierarchical viewpoints – including facility-level\, experiment\, and laser automation – and conceptual aspects such as advanced diagnostics\, storage and extended data access\, control system interfaces\, as well as feedback and tuning. \nAttendees will have the opportunity to present their work through poster contributions (click here to submit your abstract). Submissions are welcome related to all of the above topics\, including but not limited to: \n– Bayesian optimization for LPA parameter tuning\n– Machine learning approaches for real-time diagnostics\n– Adaptive feedback control systems for laser stability\n– Automated alignment and beam steering techniques\n– Data-driven modeling of plasma acceleration processes\n– AI-assisted simulations and diagnostics\n– Intelligent fault detection and predictive maintenance in LPA facilities \nA limited number of submissions may be upgraded to contributed talks upon availability. You can actively contribute to the conference organization via early registration (before October 1). By sharing your interests at registration\, you will help tailor the workshop program to better suit the community’s needs. For those interested\, an optional visit to the Extreme Photonics Applications Centre at STFC’s Harwell Campus will be arranged on Friday\, January 17. \nKey Information\nDate: January 13-16\, 2025\nLocation: Department of Physics\, University of Oxford\, Parks Rd\, Oxford OX1 3PU\, UK\nParticipation: Free of charge\nAbstract submission deadline: October 31\, 2024\nRegistration deadline: November 15\, 2024 (Limited to 100 participants) \nWebsite THRILL project >> URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/thrill-workshop-on-adaptive-optics-integration/ CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,projects,thrill END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241218T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250127T141939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T074359Z UID:10000064-1734537600-1734541200@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: From Telescopes to Fusion Powerplants: Real-Time Adaptive Optics for High-Power Lasers DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Jonas B. Ohland (GSI Helmholtz Center for Heavy Ion Research) \nThe Apollon Real-Time Adaptive Optics (ARTAO) system addresses air turbulence-induced Strehl ratio fluctuations in Apollon\, the 10 PW Ti:Sapphire laser system in France. With a 50 m multi-pass amplifier and a 140 mm beam diameter\, turbulence previously caused significant beam quality instability. To resolve this\, the open-source AO platform CACAO\, originally developed for the Subaru Observatory\, was adapted for real-time beam stabilization using a continuous pilot beam. This marks a pioneering application of astronomical AO technology in ultra-high-intensity lasers. \nSupported by the EC funded THRILL project under its wavefront stabilization task\, ARTAO demonstrates a stability sufficient to achieve an on-shot Strehl ratio above 0.96 by evaluating 2.6 thousand wavefronts per second and controlling a deformable mirror at 1.3 kHz. \nThis technology has great potential for future applications: in Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) powerplants\, real-time AO will be indispensable for operating hundreds of laser beamlines at 10 Hz\, delivering MJ-scale pulses with minimal aberrations. By integrating AO into Adaptive Laser Architecture (ALA)\, these systems can overcome thermal challenges and meet the demands of fusion energy production. \nThis presentation will detail ARTAO’s development\, initial results\, and its potential role in the future of high-energy laser systems. \n \n Watch the LLE Talk URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-from-telescopes-to-fusion-powerplants-real-time-adaptive-optics-for-high-power-lasers/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,thrill ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/lle-talk_2024-12_ohland_adaptive-optics.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241016T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20241016T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250130T094110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T074207Z UID:10000070-1729094400-1729098000@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Next generation time-domain diffuse optics using superconducting nanowire detectors DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Lisa Kobayashi (ICFO\, Spain)\n \n \n Watch the Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n Diffuse correlation spectroscopy (DCS) is an established diffuse optical method which non-invasively measures regional\, microvascular blood flow from laser speckles.  Although the utility of DCS has been demonstrated in clinical trials relating to a variety of clinical conditions\, limited signal to noise have restricted the use of DCS to measure\, for example\, through hair or blood flow in very deeper tissue.  Recently\, another diffuse optical technique closely related to DCS\, speckle contrast optical spectroscopy (SCOS)\, has been gaining interest due to its ability to overcome the limitations of DCS by measuring laser speckle intensity statistics using detector arrays.  In this talk\, I will discuss advances made to push the boundaries of DCS and SCOS techniques by using pulsed lasers at longer wavelengths (beyond 1000 nm) and state-of-the art superconducting nanowire arrays. \nICFO is partner of the EIC Pathfinder project fastMOT. The project aims to develop an innovative light sensing solution\, a fast gated\, ultra-high quantum efficiency single-photon sensor\, to enable multifunctional deep body imaging with diffuse optics. With its Multifunctional Optical Tomograph (MOT) the project partners will be able to image deep organ and optical structures and monitor body functions including oxygenation\, haemodynamics\, perfusion and metabolism. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-next-generation-time-domain-diffuse-optics-using-superconducting-nanowire-detectors/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:expert group lasers for health,fastMOT,laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lle-talk_2024-10_kobayashi_fastmot.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240925T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240925T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250130T091708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T074103Z UID:10000066-1727280000-1727283600@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Laser illumination in classical and super-resolution multicolor microscopy DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Adrien Mau (Abbelight\, France)  \n \n Watch the Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n Microscopy is the art of observation of the infinitely small. However\, one cannot observe an object without collecting light from it\, and thus first sending light at it. \nWe will present how laser illumination coupled to smart optomechanical devices improved the traditional sample illumination methods. Notably\, our company Abbelight has pushed ASTER\, a strategy which delivers homogeneous and versatile illumination via fast control of laser positions. This will be applied to the principle of fluorescence microscopy\, which allows to image specific biological structures. \n \nFigure 1 : Fluorescence microscopy images of mitochondria\, in various illuminations schemes \nMoreover\, specific properties of light propagation can be used to perform optical sectioning\, such as oblique imaging and TIRF. \nFinally\, the high power of lasers coupled with the adaptability of ASTER can be used in Single Molecule Localization Microscopy\, an innovative field that can yield resolutions down to tens of nanometer but typically require high laser power (2kW/cm²). By coupling a variety of strategies and making best use of our laser light\, we can perform super resolution imaging on wide fields of view\, with 3D modalities and for up to three different biological structures. \n \nFigure 2 : three-dimensional imaging of clathrin (left) and microtubule (right) via ASTER illumination and a multicolor demixing method \nAbbelight is partner of the EIC Transition project nanoSCAN. The project aims to transform tissue analysis with a novel 3D spatial biology platform that provides crucial insights into cellular and tissue functions. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-laser-illumination-in-classical-and-super-resolution-multicolor-microscopy/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:expert group lasers for health,laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,nanoscan ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lle-talk_2024-09_mau_laser-illumination.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240417T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240417T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250130T092838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T074011Z UID:10000068-1713369600-1713373200@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Radiation sources based on laser plasma interaction and applications in materials science DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Teresa Cebriano Ramírez (CLPU\, Spain) \n \n Watch the Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n The CLPU operates VEGA\, a multi Terawatt laser system composed by three independent and synchronized 30 fs long pulses: VEGA-3 of 1 PW (at 1Hz)\, VEGA- 2 of 200 TW and VEGA-1 of 20 TW (both up to 10 Hz). The interaction of these pulses with matter (in solid\, liquid or gaseous states) generates different plasma states and in turn\, the emission of different particle beams with different energy ranges. \nThese are protons (few keV up to 20 MeV) and ion sources\, electrons (up to 500 MeV)\, neutrons\, X-rays and gamma rays. All these sources provide a direct application in the field of materials characterization and synthesis such as PIXE (particle induced X-ray emission)\, PIGE (particle induced gamma ray emission)\, EDX\, imaging\, X-ray fluorescence\, lithography (p-writing) or ion implantation. In addition\, radiation hardness tests of materials and devices can be performed with direct laser irradiation (damage threshold). Furthermore\, the experimental conditions of laser-plasma interaction resemble those of space and planetary ambient which makes them valid for equipment and electronics commissioning for space missions. \nFinally\, the CLPU provides also a laser micro processing station\, possibility of nanoparticle production\, interaction with biological tissues and microsurgery\, fabrication of photonic elements\, etc. The Centre also has all the required resources to set up different spectroscopical analysis techniques as tools for control and diagnose in situ the micro processing as Laser induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS). \nThis Talk is part of a series of webinars where Laserlab-Europe members introduce their techniques available to academic and industry users in the field of recyclable materials. 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The first laser operated here in the ‘60s\, just after the first Maiman’s experiment [1]. The activity has embraced over the years different laser approaches and regimes. In the frame of high energy and high intensity lasers\, the “ABC laser facility” has been operating here for many years. It is a Nd: phosphate glass laser delivering two beams of 100 J energy each\, for intensity on target up to the PW/cm2 level. It is equipped with an extremely large number of diagnostics for the description of the laser-produced plasma and electromagnetic and particle radiation\, allowing a very good characterization of the interaction. It has been historically used for experiments of inertial confinement fusion and laser-plasma interaction\, and it has been recently employed also for the use of the produced radiation for other applications such as material testing\, biology\, sensor calibration\, thanks also to a patent recently issued. The diagnostics includes a four-frame time resolved shadowgraphy and interpherometry for the description of plasma evolution during time\, two Thomson spectrometers and an array of time-of-flight detectors for ion and plasma spectroscopy (including Faraday cups\, diamond sensors and a large area scintillator)\, an X-ray transmission grating and two arrays of X-ray diodes with different filters for time-resolved X-ray spectroscopy\, one X-ray and two optical streak cameras\, two X-ray gated cameras\, several probes for radiofrequency-microwave fields\, imaging plate and CR39 sensors. The experimental activity has always been performed together with theoretical activity and development of tailored numerical codes and diagnostics development. \nThe ENEA FEL group operates in Frascati since the very beginning of the FEL era and continues to investigate the FEL emission mechanisms in different operating regimes\, both theoretically and experimentally. In ENEA-Centro Ricerche Frascati a research program started in the mid 80’ for the realization of compact Free Electron Lasers (FELs) operating in the long wavelength part of the electromagnetic spectrum. The “Compact FEL” is based on a 5 MeV Microtron powered by a 2 MW Magnetron. The electron energy can range from 2.5 MeV to 5.5 MeV. The electron beam performances are suitable for millimetre (MM) and sub-millimetre (sub-MM) operation. The source generates radiation over a wide band emission spectrum of around 150 GHz with a power level of about 1.5 kW over a macro-bunch duration of 4 microsecond\, and a peak power of about 10 kW over a bunch length of 15 ps. The ENEA Compact FEL is part of the larger CETRA infrastructure\, that includes many other different sources operating in a wide spectral region\, ranging from microwaves up to the infrared region. Most of these CETRA sources exhibit a low power output and are suitable for spectroscopic studies in several application fields. Many applied activities have been conducted over the years on electron dynamic studies in solid state devices\, biological studies\, cultural heritage diagnostics and agricultural diagnostics. \nReferences \n[1] P. Di Lazzaro\, R. De Angelis\, G.P. Gallerano\, A. Doria\, “Tutti i ‘colori’ dell’ENEA”\, EAI Energia\, Ambiente e Innovazione 6\, 38 (2015)\, DOI 10.12910/EAI2015-092. \nThis Talk is part of a series of webinars where Laserlab-Europe members introduce their techniques available to academic and industry users in the field of recyclable materials. Transnational Access is provided to international scientists to more than 50 research infrastructures being part of the ReMade@ARI project. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-lasers-related-radiation-sources-and-diagnostics-at-enea-frascati-for-applications-to-material-science-radiation-hardness-of-materials-and-components/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,remade@ari ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lle-talk_2024-03_consoli_materials.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240131T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240131T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250130T095954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T075049Z UID:10000072-1706716800-1706720400@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Towards sustainability by applications of laser processing DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Juraj Sládek (HiLASE\, Czech Republic) \n \n Watch the Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n Laser material processing\, aside from cutting and welding applications\, is also applicable for advanced surface modification of a broad range of materials. This includes surface functionalization to achieve superhydrophobic\, self-cleaning or passive antibacterial surfaces\, reduced friction and wear of metallic components\, increased surface area for battery electrodes and more. In addition\, a technique of Laser Shock Peening (LSP) is used to extend lifespan of mechanical components. Many of these methods can help us to improve functionality of products with an impact beneficial to the environment. \nIn this talk\, several laser processing applications will be discussed and demonstrated on use cases. \nThis Talk is part of a series of webinars where Laserlab-Europe members introduce their techniques available to academic and industry users in the field of recyclable materials. Transnational Access is provided to international scientists to more than 50 research infrastructures being part of the ReMade@ARI project. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-towards-sustainability-by-applications-of-laser-processing/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,remade@ari ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lle-talk_2024-01_sladek_laser-processing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231122T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231122T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250130T100949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T075035Z UID:10000074-1700668800-1700672400@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Multimodal and Multiscalar Hyperspectral Imaging DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Alessia Candeo (POLIMI\, Italy) \n \n Watch the Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n Hyperspectral imaging (HSI) is a powerful technique that couples optical imaging with spectroscopy\, allowing for the acquisition of spatially resolved spectral data from a sample. Typically\, HSI systems rely on spectral or spatial filters\, which can constrain the acquisition throughput. We propose an innovative approach based on Fourier Transform\, in which a compact birefringent interferometer is optically coupled to a camera\, facilitating straightforward multimodal studies across multiple scales. Various methods and applications will be showcased\, we the intent of demonstrating the potential uses. \nThis Talk is part of a series of webinars where Laserlab-Europe members introduce their techniques available to academic and industry users in the field of recyclable materials. Transnational Access is provided to international scientists to more than 50 research infrastructures being part of the ReMade@ARI project. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-multimodal-and-multiscalar-hyperspectral-imaging/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,remade@ari ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/lle-talk_2023-11_candeo_hyperspectral-imaging.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231004T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20231004T170000 DTSTAMP:20260501T043442 CREATED:20250130T103458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T075007Z UID:10000077-1696435200-1696438800@laserlab-europe.eu SUMMARY:Laserlab-Europe Talk: Time-resolving energy dissipation pathways in materials DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Jens Biegert (ICFO\, Spain) \n \n Watch the Talk\n \n \n \n \n \n A standing challenge in material and molecular sciences is identifying how excitation dissipates. Jens Biegert will show that attosecond soft x-ray spectroscopy provides a powerful new analytical tool for an engineered approach to remedies. After describing the attosecond methodology\, he will discuss recent graphite results\, a material that is relevant to many technological applications. He will explain how their method allows them to detect the time-evolution of electron-electron interaction\, specifically the scattering mechanisms and the dispersion of electron-phonon coupling\, including detecting non-Raman active modes. \nThis Talk is part of a series of webinars where Laserlab-Europe members introduce their techniques available to academic and industry users in the field of recyclable materials. Transnational Access is provided to international scientists to more than 50 research infrastructures being part of the ReMade@ARI project. URL:https://laserlab-europe.eu/event/laserlab-europe-talk-time-resolving-energy-dissipation-pathways-in-materials/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:laserlab-europe events,laserlab-europe talk,remade@ari ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://laserlab-europe.eu/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/lle-talk_2023-10_biegert_energy-dissipation-pathways.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR