⚛️ Join us in Berlin for the #36 CARLA Quantum Symposium (Oct 7–9) at #PhotonicsDays2025! Talks, lab visits, career pitching & networking on quantum imaging, comms, computing & sensing. 🆓 Info and registration: carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #360CARLA #carlahub #quantum

Maria Chernysheva (Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology) leads research in ultrafast fibre lasers, developing optical pulses lasting just a millionth of a billionth of a second. 🎥 Watch her story 👉 youtube.com/shorts/9iXee... #360CARLA #CARLAhub #photonics

🔬 Training alert! Join us on Oct 9, 2025 at the University of Eastern Finland, Joensuu for a hands-on #360CARLA training on Spectral Imaging for Medical & Health Applications. Free, but spots are limited! Apply now 👉 carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #carlahub #photonics @photonicsfinland.bsky.social

✨ From LIGO to quantum photonics in Sweden: discover Vaishali Adya’s journey into squeezed light, gravitational wave detection & secure quantum communication. Watch her testimonial! youtube.com/shorts/N_dn3... @kthuniversity.bsky.social

🔬 “Keep your mind open — to learn, to solve problems, to grow.” 🌱 Laura Pasquardini, co-founder of Indivenire, draws on her expertise in biointerfaces, Lab-on-a-chip and biosensors to support institutions as a personal scientist for hire. www.youtube.com/shorts/AiTEn...

🔦 Dive into biophotonics! Join the #360CARLA Health Training at VUB B-PHOT (Gooik) on Oct 11, 2025. Hands-on sessions: 🔬 Fluorescence microscopy 🧬 Nanofabrication & bioprinting Info and registration: carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #carlahub #photonics #health #STEM @vubrussel.bsky.social

What a year for #360CARLA! From training activities and career symposia to hands-on experiences, 2024/25 was full of enriching experiences & growth opportunities in photonics. Here’s a photo recap — and the best part? Even more activities are coming next year!

🧵1/2 In Poor Things, the dreamy, curved edges of the frame aren’t just aesthetic: they’re a nod to the Petzval effect. 🎬✨ This vintage lens phenomenon guides your eyes to the main subject with a soft, cinematic blur. 👀💫

🗣 "The bridge between participants’ presentations and career reports inspired young researchers and highlighted the strong perspectives of photonics." Read more about Alexandra Bran’s testimonial on Women in Photonics 2025 👉 carlahub.eu/news/inside-...

🔦 #Lasers4EU is advancing quantum technologies by providing access to cutting-edge facilities like LENS and the Lund Laser Centre. These platforms are critical for research in quantum information and ultrafast materials dynamics. @laserlab-europe.bsky.social

🗣 "Just think what you like. Follow your curiosity, your talent and you’ll find what to study in #photonics." Words of wisdom from Roberta Ramponi, Vice President of @photonics21.bsky.social.

🔬 Laser-based additive manufacturing is transforming how we design and build micro- and nanoscale components, unlocking new possibilities in photonics, biotech and materials science.

Britton Hofer is building the future of quantum tech, one atom at a time ⚛️🔬 She’s a PhD student at Institut d'Optique studying collective light-matter interactions using single dysprosium atoms. #WomenInPhotonics #carlahub #photonics www.youtube.com/watch?v=pXWj...

♻️ ReMade@ARI is accelerating sustainable innovation by giving scientists access to 50+ top European research infrastructures. From electronics to packaging, it supports the design of recyclable materials using atomic-level analysis.

🔦 Tomáš Mitura got his start in photonics as an intern at the ILC in Slovakia. He worked hands-on with a custom laser writing machine, learned core laser theory, and now he's a laser researcher building the future. #360carla #carlahub #photonics #health youtu.be/hm-FKwh9Wrs

🔍 Registrations are open for MINDLAB School 2025 at ICFO: four days of hands‑on neurophotonics labs, expert talks, and creative group projects! 🗓️ 4–7 November, 2025 📍 Castelldefels, Barcelona ℹ️ carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #360CARLA #Lasers4EU #CARLAhub #health

In Jean-Michel Jarre’s iconic performances, beams of light become music in The Laser Harp — but this isn’t just 80s synth wizardry. It’s pure photonics in action.

From Salzburg to Sony DADC! Kiyesola Kolawole is gaining hands-on experience in micro-optics and growing both technically and personally. 💼💬 #MyExperienceInPhotonics #360carla #carlahub #photonics #industry www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYcW...

🔍 Curious about how lasers shape #industry? Join the #360CARLA & #Lasers4EU Training in high-power lasers at HiLASE Centre! 🗓️ October 16–17, 2025 📍 Dolní Břežany (Czechia) 🔗 carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #photonics #CARLAhub #STEM @laserlab-europe.bsky.social

🌱 What if your job helped fight climate change? That’s what 94 students explored at the #360CARLA Career Symposium Stockholm. 🔬 Testimonials from researchers 🤝 Job fair with 14 companies 📈 73% motivated to work in photonics 🔗 carlahub.eu/news/explori... #CARLAhub #photonics

📣 Registrations are open for the #360CARLA Experience in #Quantum in Berlin. 📅 25 September, 2025 📍Ferdinand-Braun-Institute, Berlin 🔗 carlahub.eu/events/360-c... Register by August 15th! #carlahub #photonics #STEM #students

🛠️ From materials science to hands-on innovation! Santiago Tapia is doing his internship at Sony DADC, developing an optical demonstrator and diving deep into coatings, waveguides, and material characterization. #360carla #carlahub #STEM #photonics #industry #interns youtu.be/vQNX5tC_xMM?...

🌈 Light holds all colors. So do we. ✨ At #360CARLA, we’re proud to celebrate LGBTIQ+ voices in #STEM. #Pride2025 #carlahub #STEMwithPride

Finland just held its first-ever #360CARLA Career Symposium on #Biotech & #Medical #Photonics! 🎓 80+ participants 💡 70%+ left inspired to pursue photonics careers 🤝 Strong links between academia & industry Thanks to @photonicsfinland.bsky.social for leading the way! #carlahub

📣 Join the #360CARLA Career Symposium & Training in Delft. 📅 28-29 August, 2025 📍TU Delft, Aula Conference Center, Delft (The Netherlands) 🔗 carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #carlahub #photonics #manufacturing #industry40 #STEM #students #researchers

🌍 70+ early-career researchers from 17 countries met in Jena for #WomenInPhotonics 2025! A week of connection, career advice & training in #photonics for #health 💡 Thank you to everyone who brought expertise and enthusiasm to the workshop! 💜 #360CARLA #carlahub @laserlab-europe.bsky.social

💡 Spatial light modulators (SLMs) are liquid crystal micro displays allowing for the modulation of the amplitude, phase or polarization of a light beam. SLMs are key component for the generation of optical tweezers: beams of sharply focused light where single atoms can be trapped and manipulated.

The #360CARLA Career Symposium at Politecnico di Milano starts today — two days exploring photonics for energy, sustainability, environment & cultural heritage. #carlahub #photonics #energy #culturalheritage #CARLAPolimi

The 360 CARLA consortium met today at Politecnico di Milano for the CGA meeting — a great opportunity to align, plan ahead, and keep building a stronger photonics career ecosystem together! #360CARLA #carlahub #photonics #careers

Ulrike Fuchs is shaping photonics with precision and strategy 🧠🔬 As VP at @asphericon.bsky.social and Optica Board Member, she’s leading R&D in optical systems & innovation. Meet her in our new video 👇 #WomenInPhotonics #360carla #carlahub #photonics #industry #STEM

In Only Lovers Left Alive, Tilda Swinton and Tom Hiddleston whisper sweet nothings about… quantum entanglement. 💫🖤 What sounds like poetic romance is actually one of the wildest and most powerful phenomena in quantum physics. Let's talk about why it matters today 👇

Happy #InternationalDayOfLight! 💡 #Photonics powers progress — from energy to healthcare, sustainability, and beyond. Today we shine a light on the science that's shaping tomorrow. 🌍✨ #360carla #carlahub

One conversation at CARLA Camp → an internship → a career in R&D! 💥 Dilan Pérez went from @icfo.eu to Qurv Technologies, where he now works as a research engineer. Sometimes, a small step opens big doors! #360carla #carlahub #photonics #quantum www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6uW...

🚀 Join the #360CARLA Energy Career Symposium in Milan (Italy). 📅 May 27-28, 2025 | 🕓 16:00-21:00 CET 📍 Politecnico di Milano, Campus Leonardo, Building 1 & Online ℹ️ carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #360carla #carlahub #photonics #energy #careers #STEM

🚀 On April 17, students & researchers joined the #360CARLA Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 Experience at FIRST WELDING COMPANY in Bratislava. They explored laser & hybrid welding, got expert insights, and toured the factory floor! #carlahub #laserwelding #industry40 #photonics

It was such a pleasure having you with us for #360carlaHealth and #LightNight🤩 @bphotvub.bsky.social ! Your talks on science communication and initiatives @idlofficial.bsky.social #IDL, #IYQ, #IYL were incredibly inspiring. Thank you for sharing with us your enthusiasm 😍 @carlahub.bsky.social

Just back from a fantastic trip to the B-PHOT Student Chapter at @vubrussel.bsky.social, #IDL2025 Light Night & the @carlahub.bsky.social conference. Incredible enthusiasm and energy! Thanks to @astchalyan.bsky.social , @tatev.bsky.social & all Chapter members! What am I measuring in the photo?

🚀 Join the #360CARLA Career Symposium "Health CARLA" in Oulu (Finland). 📅 June 6, 2025 at 9:00 AM EET 📍 Oulu Music Center (Oulu, Finland) & Online ℹ️ Info and registration: carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #360carla #carlahub #photonics #health #biotech #careers #STEM

👋 Hi, I’m Duc Le, a research scientist at VTT. I work on nanophotonics & biosensors for better healthcare. Curious about my day-to-day? Let me show you! 👇 #StoriesOfPhotonics #360carla #carlahub #photonics #STEM

Meet Annamaria Petrozza, coordinator of CNST in Milan and leader of the Advanced Materials for Optoelectronics Group at IIT. Her research focuses on materials that can power practical, everyday applications. #WomenInPhotonics #360carla #carlahub #photonics #energy #STEM youtube.com/shorts/hdDCt...

💡 @photonhub.eu accelerates the use of photonic technologies across European industries, boosting innovation and business growth! With a unique pan-European hub, companies gain access to the best expertise, facilities, and resources.

🌀 It’s World Quantum Day! Did you know that photons are driving the quantum revolution? 💡 🌍 With #360CARLA, we’re building a strong community in quantum & photonics, empowering future quantum generation. 🚀 #carlahub #photonics #quantum #STEM #IYQ

📣 Join the #360CARLA Career Symposium "CARLA Health" in Brussels. 📅 22-23 April, 2025 📍 Pilar Box, LIC Learning & Innovation Center (in-person) & Online 🔗https://carlahub.eu/events/360-carla-symposium-brussels/ #carlahub #photonics #health #STEM #students #researchers @bphotvub.bsky.social

Today, 7 April 2025, on #WorldHealthDay, we shine a light on how photonics is transforming healthcare. At #360CARLA, we make career opportunities in photonics visible, helping drive these innovations forward for everyone. #360CARLA #carlahub #photonics #health #STEM

⚙️ Register for the next #360CARLA experience in the field of Manufacturing and Industry 4.0 in Bratislava. 📅 April 17, 9:30 - 15:30 CET 📍 First Welding Company, Inc. (Bratislava) 🔗 carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #carlahub #photonics #manufacturing #industry40 #STEM

👋 We kick off the #QuantumCARLA journey at La Pedrera in a hybrid format with the welcome words by ICFO Director Prof. Dr. Oriol Romero-Isart! Ready for a deep dive into careers, quantum science & tech? Stay tuned! #360carla #carlahub #photonics #quantum @icfo.eu

💡 Into quantum science & tech? Join the #360CARLA Capsule "Let’s Talk Quantum" by Brussels Photonics B-PHOT & B-PHOT Student Chapter! 📅 March 28, 16:00 CET 📍 VUB, Auditorium D.2.01 (Etterbeek) 🔗 carlahub.eu/events/360-c... #carlahub #photonics #quantum #IYQ #STEM @bphotvub.bsky.social

It's #WiOWednesday! From helping classmates understand lessons to partnering with #photonics companies to represent their products, Melissa Kallos is a science communicator through and through. 💡 #WomenInSTEM Read more in the 2025 SPIE #WomenInOptics notebook: spie.org/community-s...

🔊Registrations are open for the Photonics Open House! 📅 9-10 April 2025 📍 KTH-Campus Valhallavägen (Stockholm) & Online ℹ️ carlahub.eu/events/360-c... The event is organized by Photonics Sweden in collaboration with @kthuniversity.bsky.social. #360carla #carlahub #photonics #careers #STEM

Women in science deserve equal opportunities, and they are making strides every day with #360CARLA. Let’s create a future where gender no longer defines success. 👩‍🔬 #carlahub #photonics #careers #STEM #IWD