CLEO/QELS 2008

Bringing Together the World's Foremost Optics and Photonics Leaders

The Conference on Lasers and Electro-Optics (CLEO), the Quantum Electronics and Laser Science Conference (QELS) and the Conference on Photonic Applications, Systems and Technologies (PhAST) are truly the premier international events for optics and photonics. With nearly 5,500 attendees from 43 different countries at the 2008 conferences, they are the leading technical and business forums for those in the field. In addition, approximately two-thirds of paper submissions came from outside the U.S., and the exhibition—with more than 25 percent of participating companies coming from outside the U.S.—showcased the newest products from the global optics community.

CLEO/QELS and PhAST cover the entire field of optics and photonics—from the technologies of the future to today's applications. This year we had a vibrant conference and exhibition, including more than 350 participating companies, a record-breaking 2,342 paper submissions and 247 sessions. The conferences and exposition showcased the most exciting new developments in lasers and electro-optics.

Following such a strong year this year, the 2009 show will only get better, especially with the launch of PhotonXpo, providing the show floor with a brand new identity which reflects its true scope and emphasizes the commercial applications of today’s leading technologies.  We look forward to seeing you at the 2009 event from May 31 to June 5 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.

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