ICALEO 2025 Advance Program

October 13-16, 2025 Caribe Royale • Orlando, FL

ADVANCE PROGRAM

WELCOME

to the 44th annual ICALEO! It is with immense excitement and anticipation that I invite you to join ICALEO 2025, where we gather once again to advance the field of laser material processing. As the General Chair of this year’s conference, it is my honor to extend a warm welcome to each of you.

This year, we are delighted to host ICALEO in the sunny and vibrant city of Orlando, FL. Being the home of the LIA and renowned for its innovation and creativity, Orlando provides the perfect backdrop for the extraordinary developments in laser technology and applications that we will explore together.

Our program this year features an impressive lineup of sessions covering a diverse range of topics. From micro and nano processing to the capabilities of laser additive manufacturing, we will push the boundaries of what is possible. We will also delve into advancements in battery manufacturing, the evolving world of artificial intelligence, and how lasers continue to integrate seamlessly into these dynamic fields.

For those attending ICALEO for the first time, a special welcome to you. ICALEO is more than just a conference; it is a nexus of minds, ideas, and innovations. Beyond the formal presentations and posters, I encourage you to engage in informal discussions and networking opportunities. The spirit of discovery, collaboration, and community is a hallmark of the ICALEO experience.

I wish you a rewarding and enjoyable experience at ICALEO 2025 and look forward to the exciting discussions and discoveries that await us in Orlando!

2025 General Chair

Stefan Kaierle

Laser Zentrum Hannover Stefan Kaierle studied electrical engineering and holds a doctorate in mechanical engineering, both from RWTH Aachen University. He is currently executive director of the Laser Zentrum Hannover and professor at Leibniz University Hannover. He has been a member of the Board of Stakeholders of the European Technology Platform Photonics21 since 2014, a member of the Board of Directors at Laser Institute of America (LIA) from 2013 to 2021, and Founding Executive Editor-in-Chief of the SPRINGER NATURE Journal Light: Science & Applications

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Location

Welcome to Sunny Orlando!

Orlando’s Don’t Miss List: Walt Disney World; Universal Studios; Icon Park; Kennedy Space Center

This year, we’re gathering in sunny Orlando, Florida, which is far more than the most visited destination in the country.

It is also a world-class business hub bringing together farranging industries with mind-blowing innovation thanks in part to our entrepreneurial culture and booming technology and medical communities.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field of photonics, ICALEO has something for everyone.

Pack your bags, book your flights, and join us for an unforgettable journey into the future of lasers!

Visa Information We recommend all non-US participants apply for their visas at least 3 months before the event. Find a Visa Letter Request Form, as well as more information on our website at icaleo.org/travel-information.

Discounted Group Rate When booking through ICALEO, attendees receive free guest room internet access, as well as complimentary breakfast in the ICALEO Breakfast Lounge with fellow on-site attendees each morning Monday through Wednesday, all at a discounted group rate of just $229 a night!

Students! Reach out to icaleo@lia.org for information on a special discounted room rate specifically for students.

Conference Location Caribe Royale® Resort

8101 World Center Drive Orlando, FL 32821 +1.407.238.8000

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

Uncovering a Floridian escape where the sun is warm and the welcomes are even warmer, Caribe Royale Orlando is a destination that offers all the connection you could ever imagine right within reach.

When booking through ICALEO, attendees receive a discounted group rate!

Additionally, staying onsite provides you with easy access to network with your LIA friends and fellow conference attendees.

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Our Promises What can you expect What to expect?

Who should attend?

ICALEO brings together the brightest minds, seasoned professionals, and pioneering researchers from around the globe.

ICALEO is designed for professionals, researchers, academics, and enthusiasts who are passionate about lasers and electrooptics. Whether you’re an industry leader, a distinguished academic, an aspiring expert, or a postgraduate student eager to explore the latest developments and trends, this event is for you.

Discover Cutting-edge Research: Immerse yourself in groundbreaking research presented by esteemed speakers and thought leaders who are pushing the boundaries of laser technology. From additive manufacturing and materials processing to medical applications and more, ICALEO covers the entire spectrum of laser-related fields.

Global Networking Hub: Connect with a diverse array of professionals from academia, industry, and research institutions worldwide. The ICALEO community is rich in expertise, ensuring you’ll meet the right people to expand your network.

Knowledge Enrichment: ICALEO offers a diverse array of technical sessions that provide attendees with in-depth knowledge and insights applicable to real-world challenges. Stay ahead of the curve and enhance your skills through engaging discussions led by experts in the field.

Industrial leaders aiming to stay ahead in their fields, engineers focused on laser applications, and manufacturing experts interested in additive manufacturing and materials processing will find ICALEO invaluable. Researchers and scientists at the forefront of laser technology, from fundamental principles to groundbreaking applications, will uncover a wealth of knowledge and networking opportunities.

Medical professionals investigating laserbased advancements, entrepreneurs seeking innovation with lasers, educators wanting to stay updated with the latest in laser education, and policymakers shaping the industry’s landscape are all essential attendees.

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Registration

Registration online at icaleo.org/attend

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Full Conference Registration Member: $1099 Non-Member: $1199 Member Student: $695 Non-Member Student: $745

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Single-Day Registration Member: $475 Non-Member: $525

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Registration prices will be increased on-site, so be sure to register early!

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Full Conference Registration includes admission to all Receptions, Plenary Sessions, Technical Sessions, and the Awards Luncheon.

Single-Day Registration includes admission to Technical Sessions and Receptions on specific registration date only.

Other Registration Options Media Partners/Cooperating Societies If you are interested in becoming a media partner or are part of a cooperating society with LIA, please contact marketing@lia.org for more information on your registration options.

Guest Registration We encourage guests to join us for the Welcome Reception, President’s Reception and the Awards Luncheon! Guest registration availability may be limited on site.

Guest registration is $155 per guest.

The Laser Institute (LIA) Members Member pricing will be reflected after your unique discount code is entered. This discount code can be found under your LIA account profile.

Please contact icaleo@lia.org with any questions.

Visa Applications We recommend all non-US participants apply for their visas at least 3 months before the congress.

However, some consulates may have backlogs in scheduling visa interviews, so you should first contact the consulate to find out how long the wait is for an interview. For more information, visit the International Visitors Office.

Visa Letter Request Form

International Visitors Office

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Agenda

Take a look at the events of this year’s agenda!

This year’s program committee has put together a thoughtful and exciting technical program. Thank you to all involved for your hard work and dedication to making ICALEO a special event!

Discover more about the week’s events in a detailed agenda on the following pages.

Take a look at what you can expect to be on the schedule for each day of the event!*

Sunday, October 12

Tuesday, October 14

Wednesday, October 15

Welcome Reception

LIA Laser Running Club Hotel Attendee Breakfast Technical Breakout Sessions Women’s Luncheon Exhibitor Reception Poster Gallery

LIA Laser Running Club Hotel Attendee Breakfast Business Panel Technical Breakout Sessions Awards Luncheon Closing Keynotes Farewell Ice Cream Social

Monday, October 13 LIA Laser Running Club Hotel Attendee Breakfast Chair Appreciation Breakfast Opening Keynotes Technical Breakout Sessions President’s Reception

Thursday, October 16 Field Trip - Kennedy Space Center

A Special Thanks to our International Advisory Board!

Katrin Wudy, Technische Universität München, Germany Jared Speltz, University of Dayton, USA Carlo Holly, RWTH Aachen, Germany Barbara Previtali, Politecnico Milano, Italy Markus Kogel-Hollacher, Precitec, Germany Dr. Stefan Kaierle, Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V., Germany Thierry Marchione, Caterpillar, USA

Gwenn Pallier, Cailabs, France Dr. Henrikki Pantsar, TRUMPF, Inc., USA Dr. Bo Gu, BOS Photonics USA Prof. Yongfeng Lu, University of Nebraska, USA Dr. Koji Sugioka, RIKEN, Japan Klaus Löffler, Precitec, Germany Eric Mottay, h-nu, France Prof. Milan Brandt, RMIT University, Australia

ICALEO Cooperating Societies and Media Partners

*Program subject to change.

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Daily Agenda 2025

Program is subject to change.

Monday, October 13 Registration Hours Sunday, October 12 - 2:00pm - 6:00pm Monday, October 13 - 7:00am - 4:00pm Tuesday, October 14 - 7:00am - 4:00pm Wednesday, October 15 - 7:00am - 11:00am

The registration desk can be found at the entrance of the Convention Center.

Saturday, October 11 2:00pm LIA Officers Meeting (By Invitation Only)

11:30am LIA Board of Trustees Meeting (By Invitation Only)

8:00pm End of Day

8:00am Opening Keynote Session 10:00am Break 10:30am Technical Session 1

Macro: Challenging Welding Applications Micro: Surface Processing 1 AIMM: Monitoring and Control LAM: Novel Processing Techniques for Laser Powder Bed

12:00pm Lunch Break

Sunday, October 12

5:00pm Welcome Reception

7:00am Hotel Attendee Breakfast Chair Appreciation Breakfast

2:00pm Technical Session 2

Macro: Beam Shaping in E-mobility Micro: Ultrafast Laser Drilling AIMM: Physics of Laser-Material Interaction LAM: Innovation in Directed Energy AM

3:20pm Break 3:40pm Technical Session 3

Macro: Diagnostics and Monitoring Micro: Process Control AIMM: Design and Process Optimization LAM: Multi-Material AM Development

5:30pm President’s Reception 8:30pm End of Day

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Tuesday, October 14

Wednesday, October 15

7:30am Hotel Attendee Breakfast

7:30am Hotel Attendee Breakfast

8:30am Technical Session 4

8:30am Business Panel: Global Laser Market Overview 10:00am Break

Macro: Dynamic Beam Shaping Micro: Surface Processing 2 AIMM: Laser-based Additive Manufacturing Processes LAM: Advances in LPBF Process Development

10:00am Break 10:30am Technical Session 5

Macro: Mixed Material Welding Micro: Novel CO₂ Applications AIMM: Numerical and Experimental Investigations in Welding LAM: AM Surface Science

11:30am Lunch Break/ Celebrating Women in Photonics Luncheon (Exclusive Event) 1:30pm Technical Session 6

Macro: Modeling of Beam Shaping Effects Micro: Process Optimization AIMM: Predictive and Physics-Informed Approaches LAM: Material Feedstock Investigation for AM

10:30am Technical Session 8

Macro: Beam Shaping in Micro Processing Micro: Glass and Ceramic Processing AIMM: Machine Learning for Laser Processing LAM: Advances in Digital Processes for AM

12:00pm LIA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon 2:15pm Technical Session 9

Macro: Beam Shaping in Micro Processes for E-mobility OS: Optics and Systems

3:15pm Break 3:30pm Closing Keynote Session 5:30pm Ice Cream Farewell

2:50pm Break

6:00pm End of Day

3:10pm Technical Session 7

Thursday, October 16

Micro: Novel Applications AIMM: Precision and Ultrafast Laser Processes

4:30pm Exhibitor Reception & Poster Gallery 8:30pm End of Day

7:00am Grab-n-go Breakfast 8:00am Departure from Caribe Royale 9:30am Kennedy Space Center 2:30pm Depart for Hotel 4:00pm End of Day

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Program

Get a sneak peak at this year’s program!

This conference brings together the leaders and experts in the field of laser material interaction, providing the world’s premier platform for sharing new ideas and discovering solutions. Through engaging plenary presentations, technical sessions, an industry business panel, and networking events, attendees gain insights into the forefront of laser technology.

Technology Focuses: • Additive Manufacturing (3D Printing) • Beam Shaping • Biomedical • Brazing, Soldering, Bonding • Cutting • Drilling • Glass/Ceramic Processing

• Modeling and Simulation • Monitoring and Control (including OCT, AI) • Optics and Systems • Structuring, Ablation, Cleaning • UV Laser and X-ray Processing • Welding

This Year’s Keynote Speakers TA MM Y MA , PH.D. The lead of the Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) Institutional Initiative at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory will be giving a presentation on fusion energy.

M A RTYNAS B A RKAUSKA S , PH.D. The CEO of Light Conversion will be giving a presentation on femtosecond lasers and their applications.

S HUNTAR O TA NI, PH.D. The ECL Research Team Leader at Center for Advanced Photonics, RIKEN will be presenting on Artificial Intelligence in the photonics field.

A JAY “A J” P. MA LSHE , PH.D. The Distinguished Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University will be presenting on laser applications in space.

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Program Committee

Meet the 2025 ICALEO Conference Chairs!

Beam Shaping/Laser Macroprocessing Beam shaping is emerging as a key trend in laser materials processing, enabling greater control, efficiency, and quality. While welding currently dominates its industrial applications, this track welcomes contributions across all macro-processing techniques - cutting, surface treatment, welding - as well as selected micro-scale studies where beam shaping plays a central role.

Track Chairs

Sessions at a Glance Monday Macro 1: Challenging Welding Applications Macro 2: Beam Shaping in E-Mobility Macro 3: Diagnostics and Monitoring

Dr. Christian Hagenlocher

Gwenn Pallier Cailabs

Universität Stuttgart Detailed information on presentations can be found on our event app or at icaleo.org/program.

Tuesday Macro 4: Dynamic Beam Shaping Macro 5: Mixed Material Welding Macro 6: Modeling of Beam Shaping Effects Wednesday Macro 8: Beam Shaping in Micro Processing Macro 9: Beam Shaping in Micro Processes for E-Mobility

Artifical Intelligence/Modeling/Monitoring The AI/Modeling/Monitoring track at ICALEO 2025 showcases the latest advancements in intelligent and datadriven approaches to laser processing. Sessions will highlight innovations in artificial intelligence, modeling, and advance monitoring techniques that are transforming how laser processes are understood, optimized, and controlled. Discover how these technologies are working together to boost precision and efficiency in laser materials processing across industries.

Sessions at a Glance

Track Chairs

Prof. Carlo Holly RWTH Aachen University

Monday AIMM 1: Monitoring and Control AIMM 2: Physics of Laser-Material Interaction AIMM 3: Design and Process Optimization

Dr. Kandice Barros Ribeiro University of Turku

Detailed information on presentations can be found on our event app or at icaleo.org/program.

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Tuesday AIMM 4: Laser-based Additive Manufacturing Processes AIMM 5: Numerical and Experimental Investigations in Welding AIMM 6: Predictive and Physics-Informed Approaches AIMM 7: Precision and Ultrafast Laser Processes Wednesday AIMM 8: Machine Learning for Laser Processing

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Program subject to change.

Program Committee

Meet the 2025 ICALEO Conference Chairs!

Laser Materials Microprocessing The Laser Microprocessing track focuses on how lasers are used at the microscale in electronics, energy, sensing, medical devices, and advanced manufacturing. Sessions will cover topics such as surface functionalization, high-precision drilling, and micro-welding of dissimilar materials. With contributions from both research and industry, the track offers a unique update on the state of the art in precision laser processing.

Track Chairs

Sessions at a Glance Monday Micro 1: Surface Processing 1 Micro 2: Ultrafast Laser Drilling Micro 3: Process Control

Eric Mottay h-nu

Jared Speltz University of Dayton

Detailed information on presentations can be found on our event app or at icaleo.org/program.

Tuesday Micro 4: Surface Processing 2 Micro 5: Novel CO₂ Applications Micro 6: Process Optimization Micro 7: Novel Applications Wednesday Macro 8: Glass and Ceramic Processing

Laser Additive Manufacturing This track features research in all aspects of laser based additive manufacturing technologies and applications.

Topics for this year’s conference reflect the diversity of the field, exploring emerging methods, equipment, materials, and system configurations across the spectrum of laser additive. From before a build begins, to post-process, and everything in between, presentations will approach the challenges of laser additive from all angles. Are more lasers always better? I think we all know the answer, but lasers are only part of the equation, and additive manufacturing has plenty of variables. Join us throughout the conference to meet leaders in the field, exchange ideas, and learn about the latest solutions in the world of Laser Additive Manufacturing!

Track Chair

Sessions at a Glance Monday LAM 1: Novel Processing Techniques for Laser Powder Bed LAM 2: Innovation in Directed Energy AM LAM 3: Multi-Material AM Development

Adam Hicks Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Detailed information on presentations can be found on our event app or at icaleo.org/program.

Program subject to change.

Tuesday LAM 4: Advances in LPBF Process Development LAM 5: AM Surface Science LAM 6: Material Feedstock Investigation for AM Wednesday LAM 8: Advances in Digital Processes for AM

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Student Papers and Posters Each year, ICALEO encourage students from diverse academic backgrounds and institutions around the world to submit their work and be considered for the Student Paper Awards or Poster Presenter Awards. The bright young minds that participate have their work displayed during the conference, illuminating the great work of up-and-coming researchers and celebrating the brilliance and ingenuity of the next generation of laser pioneers.

Student Paper and Poster Organizing Chair

Dr. Markus KogelHollacher

Poster Showcase - This longstanding ICALEO showcase draws a crowd and inspires plenty of discussion. Join presenters as they answer your questions during the first hour of the Exhibitor Reception on Tuesday where posters will be displayed. Posters will be available for viewing throughout the conference and will also be judged by a panel.

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B EA M SHA PI NG /L A SE R MACRO -PROCE S S ING POST ERS St a bilizatio n of Mo l ten Po o l F l ow and Capi l l ar y B e h a v i or t h rou g h B e a m S h a p i n g i n H i g h - Powe r La se r We ld in g of St a inless Steel - N akatani Ef fec t of Ni Co atin g Thi cknes s o n M i cro str uc ture a n d M e c h a n i c a l Prop e r t i e s of Cu –A l Di ssi m i l a r M et a l Weld s U s in g G reen Laser - Yo o

L A SER M I C RO -PROCE S S ING POST ERS Ef fec t of B eam S ha pe o n TGV Pro ces s i n Gl as s Core Te c h n ol og y - A h n

L A SER A DDI TIVE MANUFACTURING POST ERS Enhan c emen t of S u r face Q ual i t y i n P BF- LB by F l a t-Top La se r B e a m Profi l e Con t rol - M a e d a

A I /M ODELI NG/MONITORING POST ERS Penetratio n Depth Cl as s i f i cati o n i n H i g h-Speed La se r We l d i n g U si n g M u l t i -S e n sor Da t a a n d C NN - S h i n

OPTI CS /SYST E MS POST E RS All-Fiber Co ntro l-Free Co herent Beam Co mbi ni n g A m p l i fi c a t i on of Noi se - L i ke Pu l se Towa rd H i g h Powe r Sup erc on tin uum Li g ht So u rce - N o mu ra Optimization of the Wavef ro nt Q u al i t y of M u l ti la ye r O pt i c s for U l t ra fa st , H i g h - Powe r La se r Syst e m s a t LC LS - Olgu n

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Highlights

Check out these key events!

Welcome Celebration Sunday, October 12 | Time: 5:00pm ICALEO’s welcome celebration is always a memorably festive affair that brings together longtime and new attendees for an evening of snacks, beverages, and live entertainment. The Welcome Reception is the perfect place to interact with the ICALEO Conference Chairs and mingle with your colleagues in a fun and relaxed environment at ICALEO’s kickoff networking event.

Appreciation Breakfast Monday, October 13 | Time: 7:00am Program Committee members and session chairs are invited to attend this informative start to the week’s events on Monday, October 13 at 7:00am. Both new and veteran session chairs will receive important session materials and audio-visual tips, along with any last-minute updates to the program. Please plan to arrive in time to fuel up for a strong start to an exciting conference.

LIA’s Laser Running Club Monday, October 13; Tuesday, October 14; Wednesday, October 15 | Time: TBD Enjoy an energizing sunrise run while catching up with your fellow early risers. A tradition begun by former LIA President Klaus Loeffler, the LIA Laser Running Club keeps you energized during the conference. Meet us in the hotel lobby with your Laser Running Club shirt on! If you are a newcomer, we will provide you with a shirt. Learn more about how to participate at the ICALEO registration desk.

President’s Reception Monday, October 13 | Time: 5:30pm ICALEO’s President’s Reception is a celebrated event hosted by this year’s LIA President Aravinda Kar. Taking place on Monday after the days sessions, you can expect the evening to be filled with good food, drinks, and fun!

Celebrating Women in Photonics Luncheon Tuesday, October 14 | Time: 11:30am Join us for an exclusive luncheon honoring the incredible women advancing the photonics and laser industry. This event will be a unique opportunity for women in the field to connect, celebrate each other’s achievements, and inspire one another. We look forward to celebrating the remarkable contributions of women in our industry with you!

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Highlights

Check out these key events!

Laser Industry Exhibitor Reception Tuesday, October 14 | Time: 4:30pm Enjoy drinks and hors d’oeuvres while sharing ideas with colleagues and suppliers. Discuss equipment and applications in a relaxed setting after the day’s technical sessions. To participate as an ICALEO sponsor or exhibitor, contact the LIA Marketing Department at marketing@lia.org.

Sponsors and Exhibitors registered as of September 5th in alphabetical order: Aerotech AIP Publishing Amplitude Laser Group AWL Bloom Board of Laser Safety BOS Photonics Cailabs Civan Lasers CREOL (UCF) Directed Light EKSPLA Florida Photonics Cluster Fluence Technology Gentec Electro-Optique, Inc. Haas Laser Hypertherm Kentek LASEA

Laser Mechanisms Laserline Lasermet Laservision Light Conversion Ltd. Lumentum Maxphotonics Co. Ltd n2-Photonics NoIR Insight Optoman Ponticon PowerPhotonic Precision Laser Solutions Precitec Scanlab Sill Optics/CourierTronics Tamron Japan TRUMPF Inc.

*Sponsors are listed in blue font

Poster Gallery Tuesday, October 14 | Time: 4:30pm For the first hour of the Exhibitor Reception poster submitters will be available by their poster to answer questions from judges and attendees. The posters will be displayed throughout the foyer and will remain up for the duration of the reception, so be sure to check them out!

Headshot Booth Tuesday, October 14 | 4:30pm We are offering free professional headshots during the Exhibitor Reception! Availability will be on a first come, first serve basis. Find the booth during the reception or an LIA staff member for more information.

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Highlights

Check out these key events!

Business Panel Session Wednesday, October 15 | 8:30am The business panel at ICALEO brings together industry leaders to share insights on the global laser marketplace. This session will highlight key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of laser manufacturing, offering attendees a broad perspective on where the industry is headed.

LIA Annual Meeting & Awards Luncheon Wednesday, October 15 | Time: 12:00pm Enjoy a plated lunch as LIA and its partners honor the best of the best at the annual ICALEO’s Awards Luncheon. Be the first to congratulate the 2025 winners of the following awards: Arthur L. Schawlow Award William M. Steen Award LIA Fellows JLA Paper Award The luncheon will also play host to LIA’s Annual Meeting.

Ice Cream Send Off Wednesday, October 15 | 5:30pm Enjoy ice cream and a final networking opportunity after the Closing Plenary to celebrate the close of the conference.

Field Trip: Kennedy Space Center Thursday, October 16 Join us on Thursday for an exclusive opportunity to visit and tour the Kennedy Space Center! Join the mission crew and walk through various exhibits and facilities, with chances to see the Rocket Garden, see the real Space Shuttle Atlantis, peruse the Astronaut Hall of Fame, explore the future with the Gateway exhibit, and more!

Your ticket includes: • To-go breakfast and coffee service • Transportation to Kennedy Space Center • Entrace to Kennedy Space Center - includes access to various programs, tours, and exhibits • Transportation back to Caribe Royale This is an additional ticket to be added on to your conference registration.

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LIA Annual Awards Arthur L. Schawlow Award Outstanding Contribution to Basic and Applied Research in Laser Science and Engineering The Arthur L. Schawlow Award recognizes outstanding, career-long contributions to basic and applied research in laser science and engineering leading to fundamental understanding of laser materials interaction and/or transfer of laser technology for increased application in industry, medicine and daily life. Examples of fields of contribution include the following in addition to many relevant topics: • Laser spectroscopy and its application in materials processing and diagnostics • Laser-aided materials processing • Laser interaction with biological tissues • Development of new lasers The Schawlow honoree will be acknowledged at the LIA Awards Ceremony, during which the recipient will give an address.

Eligibility: Nominations are open to candidates who made outstanding contributions to basic and applied research in laser science and engineering. The recipient does not have to be a member of LIA but sustained service to LIA can be one of the additional contributions considered for the award.

Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, October 15th.

William M. Steen Award Organizations with Significant Innovation in the use of Lasers for Advanced Materials Processing The prestigious William M. Steen Award for significant developments in laser material processing is named after one of the early pioneers in the subject. Laser Material Processing is one of the growth points in modern manufacturing. To bring focus to the many developments taking place and to promote the development of new ideas the LIA is making awards for the top idea of the year as adjudicated by a prize giving panel.

In order to qualify the innovative development should have experimental proof of concept in the use of lasers or monitoring of laser processes and should fit one of the criteria stated below: • Open a new area of application for lasers.

• Be of benefit to manufacturing with lasers.

• Solve a problem either particular or general by the use of lasers.

• Show some novel sensing system by using optics or when monitoring laser processes.

• A development in photo chemistry.

• A development in photo-therapies.

• A development in 3D printings with lasers Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, October 15th.

LIA Fellows Award LIA’s most Prestigious Level of Membership The grade of Fellow is the highest level of membership in the The Laser Institute. It is awarded to recognize members of the institute who have: - Attained unusual professional distinction in the LIA mission areas of laser science and technology, laser applications and/or laser safety, and - Provided outstanding service to their field.

Nominations are open to candidates who must have practiced the profession of laser science and engineering in academia, medicine, industry or government for at least 10 years, and whose membership is current. For exceptional candidates, the Executive Committee may waive the eligibility requirements.

Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, October 15th.

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Journal of Laser Applications (JLA) Best Paper Award Excellence in Laser Applications Research The Journal of Laser Applications Best Paper Award is given annually in recognition of outstanding laser applications research to the primary author of a selected paper published in the journal in the preceding three years. Each Editor nominates a single paper in their topical area for consideration by the full Editorial team based on the quality and significance of the work.

The winning author receives free registration to ICALEO and a Crystal Award.

Winner will be presented the award during the Awards Luncheon on Wednesday, October 15th.

Poster Award Contest Recognizing Poster Presentation This longstanding ICALEO showcase draws a crowd and inspires plenty of discussion. Join presenters as they answer your questions during the Exhibitor Reception on Tuesday where posters will be displayed. Check the ICALEO proceedings for accompanying manuscripts from presenters who submit them for publication. Posters will be available for viewing throughout the conference and will also be judged by a panel.

Prize winners will be announced during the Closing Plenary Session on Wednesday, October 15th.

Student Paper Award Contest Recognizing Student Excellence Not only does the student paper contest illuminate the great work of up-and-coming researchers, but cash awards will be presented to the first-, second- and third-place winners in each contest. Student papers accepted for competition will be judged by an international panel based on originality of topic/material presented, scientific and technical merit, and presentation quality.

Prize winners will be announced during the Closing Plenary Session on Wednesday, October 15th.

To view deadlines and nomination forms, please visit www.icaleo.org/industry-awards.

Announcing the 2025 Award Winners!

The Laser Institute (LIA) is proud to announce the distinguished recipients of its 2025 Arthur L. Schawlow and William M. Steen awards as well as the induction of a new LIA Fellow, as formally resolved by unanimous vote of the LIA Board of Trustees.

Arthur L. Schawlow Award – Professor William (Bill) O’Neill William M. Steen Award – Seurat Technologies Induction to the Grade of LIA Fellow – Professor Antti Salminen

Read the full press release!

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