Photonics for Bio and Life Science Applications

 

In this meeting, we will bring together the key companies developing photonics devices and components with researchers and end-users to discuss the current technology trends and emerging applications. We will talk about the different imaging and analytical technologies involved in the visualization and characterization of biological samples, such as spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction or fluorescence microscopy. We will pay attention to the mechanisms involved in the interaction of light with different tissues, both for therapy purposes and for tracking and sensing applications. And, last but not least, we will also talk about the latest developments in fabrication and 3D printing for bio and life sciences, including bioprinting, 2 photon polymerization or additive manufacturing. We will find how those technologies can help to develop new components to support the different techniques of imaging and analysis, but also how their combination with cells and biomaterials allow the fabrication of biomedical organs and tissues.