2nd DoKDoK conference to be held 7th-11th October 2012 in Oppurg, Germany

In the dawn of century of the photon optics has matured into a diverse science spawning new fundamental understanding of the interaction of light and matter and numerous technological advances with profound impact on everyday life. It is the purpose of DoKDoK (doctoral student's conference for the discussion of optical concepts) to bring together young researchers from all disciplines of photonics to create networks, exchange methodological skills and share fundamental understanding. It will support the advancement of new collaborations beyond the topical borders of single institutes.

As a conference from students and for students it tries to harness the creative power of young researchers and will give them the chance to present and discuss their ideas in a highly motivating, yet relaxed, setting. Because of its broad topical background it will also help to improve their ability to communicate with non-experts, a crucial skill in modern science.

Topics

All researchers with an active and scientific interest in the development and application of photonics are welcome to participate. However the topical nucleus of the conference will be centered around the following topics:

• fiber optics
• green photonics
• terahertz systems
• laser development
• ultrafast optics
• sensing & metrology
• micro & nanooptics
• optical system design
• biophotonics
• non-linear optics
• quantum optics
• semiconductor optics