International Day of light Celebrations
📸 International Day of Light 2025 – Celebration Report
📍 Venue: Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA), Nanjing, China
📅 Date: 16th May 2025
🪩 Hosted by: IEEE Photonics Society – Nanjing Section Chapter
To commemorate the International Day of Light, the IEEE Photonics Society Nanjing Section Chapter organized a vibrant celebration on 16th May 2025 at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA). The event aimed to highlight the significance of light and photonics in science, education, and sustainable development.
The celebration brought together faculty members, researchers, students, and industry professionals. The event featured:
- Welcome address by the Chapter Chair, emphasizing the global importance of photonics and light-based technologies
- Invited talks from leading experts on advancements in optical communication, laser applications, and photonic sensing
- Student poster session and demos showcasing innovative light-based projects
- A panel discussion on "Photonics for a Sustainable Future" involving academia and industry leaders
- Interactive science outreach activities for young students to raise awareness and interest in optics
The event concluded with a reaffirmation of the chapter's commitment to promoting photonics education and collaboration through regular technical events and community engagement.
This celebration not only honoured the role of light in society but also strengthened the chapter’s network within the regional and global photonics community
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- Date: 16 May 2025
- Time: 12:43 AM UTC to 08:43 AM UTC
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- Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics
- Nanjing, Jiangsu
- China
- Starts 11 April 2025 04:00 PM UTC
- Ends 14 May 2025 04:00 PM UTC
- No Admission Charge