12th Symposium on Optical Coatings for Laser Applications
OCLA 2027 Dolní Břežany, Czech Republic April 29, 2027
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OCLA SYMPOSIUM, April 29, 2027
We are pleased to announce that the Symposium on Optical Coatings for Laser Applications OCLA will be organized for the 12th time on April 29th, 2027. This year, ELI ERIC is hosting the event in Dolní Břežany (CZ).
Symposium on Optical Coatings for Laser Applications
Join us at this event where attendees and speakers alike can benefit from a rich network, exchange ideas, and gain insight into new trends, measurement methodologies, and research findings.
Optical coatings for laser applications
Laser technology and applications
Metrology for characterising high-end optical coatings and substrates
Low loss optical coatings
Laser damage of optical coatings
Impact of polishing, surfaces and interfaces
Call for Presentations and Posters
The OCLA Symposium is geared towards technically interested engineers and scientists working with laser optics, high-end optical thin film deposition and characterisation. Visitors, presenters and researchers get the opportunity to exchange ideas and share their work related to the field of optical coatings, laser technology and LIDT measurement.
The upcoming workshop is looking for submissions which offer solutions to common problems, innovative uses of technology, current research findings and more.
Registration for OCLA 2027 will open in January 2027.
Send an Abstract
Requirements
You are invited to send your proposals for presentations or posters in the field of
Optical coatings for laser applications
Laser technology and applications
Metrology for optical coatings and substrates
Low loss optical coatings
Laser damage of optical coatings
Impact of polishing, surfaces and interfaces
Additional Information:
Presentations are typically 15 minutes long
Poster size is DIN A0
Please consider the following points:
Abstracts should be no more than 1000 characters (including spaces)
Please include the lead presenter’s name, title, affiliation, and email, along with the name/affiliation of additional presenters
Indicate if you intend to give a TALK or to present a POSTER
Participation at OCLA 2027 is free of charge
Submit your proposal by January 12, 2027.
Authors will be notified by February 2, 2027 whether their proposals have been accepted.
Main Chair: Dr. T. Gischkat, Fraunhofer IOF, Jena, Germany
Local Chair: Dr. T. Tolenis, ELI Beamlines
PD Dr. D. Bleiner, Eastern Switzerland University
Dr. L. Grinevičiūtė, Center for Physical Sciences and Technology FTMC, Vilnius, Lithuania
Dr. J. Lumeau, Institut Fresnel, Marseille, France
Dr. C. Mühlig, Fraunhofer IOF, Jena, Germany
Dr. M. Mureșan, HiLASE Centre, Dolní Břežany, Czechia
H. Thomé, RhySearch, Switzerland
Dr. A. Wienke, LZH, Hannover, Germany
Dr. V. Wittwer, University of Neuchâtel, Switzerland
Event Venue
ELI Beamlines
Dolní Břežany
Za Radnicí 835
252 41 Czechia
By public transport
ELI Beamlines can be reached from Prague using public busses (331, 333 or 341).
Prague ►►► Dolní Břežany Zones P+O+B+1 | 90 minutes. Available from vending machines at any metro station, in the busses (cash preferred) or Prague ticket. Information about public transport: www.dpp.cz.
Closest bus station – Dolní Břežany, obecní úřad. Link and Link
By plane
Closest airport is in Prague, Vaclav Havel Airport Prague.
By car
There are parking lots directly on the campus marked on the map.
Sponsoring OCLA 2027
Support OCLA 2027 and put your organization in front of the leading experts in optical coatings for laser applications — explore our sponsorship opportunities here. As a sponsor, you gain direct access to the specialized OCLA community and the chance to present your company, products, and expertise exactly where it matters. We offer three sponsorship packages, each designed to fit different goals and budgets. Questions? Contact Tomas Tolenis or Mihai-George Mureșan. We are happy to tailor a package to your needs.