Photonics technologies play a central role in modern medicine by enabling non-invasive diagnosis, precise therapy, and advanced biomedical research through the control and detection of light. Optical imaging and sensing techniques, such as OCT, fluorescence and multiphoton microscopy, spectroscopy, and endoscopy, provide high-resolution, real-time information about tissue structure, function, and molecular composition. Laser-based technologies underpin a wide range of therapies and surgical procedures, from dermatology to oncology and minimally invasive surgery, offering high precision and reduced collateral damage. Beyond clinical use, photonics is also key to medical device innovation, supporting miniaturization, integration with fibers and photonic chips, and the development of smart, data-rich devices that increasingly combine optics with AI and digital health platforms.
In this technology meeting we will bring together experts from academia, industry, and healthcare to discuss the role of photonics technologies in medical applications and the emerging trends in photonics-based medical device manufacturing. We will talk about the main applications of these technologies nowadays, the latest developments and how to close the gap between a technological development and its use in a pathology department or surgical room. We will also understand the requirements from the point of view of the hospital management and will talk about regulatory and compliance aspects. Join us to discover the latest trends in this field, to know more about the challenges related with the manufacturing of medical devices and to connect with clinicians, pathologist and surgeons with expertise in the use of photonics technologies.
Optional agenda
24 November 2026, Tuesday
10:00 – 18:00 Company visits – TBC
19:00 – 22:00 Pre-event networking reception and dinner – location TBC
Provisional schedule, in preparation.
Agenda
25 November 2026, Wednesday
12:45 – 13:30 Registration and networking lunch
13:30 – 15:30 SESSION 1
Agenda in preparation, companies interested in participating, contact us
15:30 – 16:15 Networking coffee break
16:15 – 17:45 SESSION 2
Agenda in preparation, companies interested in participating, contact us
18:00 End of day 1 & bus transfer to dinner location – TBA
26 November 2026, Thursday
08:15 – 09:00 Welcoming coffee
09:00 – 10:30 SESSION 3
Agenda in preparation, companies interested in participating, contact us
10:30 – 11:15 Networking coffee break
11:15 – 12:45 SESSION 4
Agenda in preparation, companies interested in participating, contact us
12:45 – 13:45 Networking lunch and end of the technology meeting
14:00 – 15:00 Company visits (TBC)
Antwerp University Hospital (address: Drie Eikenstraat 655, 2650 Edegem)
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