Student Optics Conference in Maryland, September 24-27, 2009

The first IONS (International OSA Network of Students and Atlantic Conference for Optics and Photonics Students) conference in North America, to be held at the University of Maryland, provides young professionals with the opportunity to learn about optics-related research, acquire leadership skills, and network with researchers in the field.

The conference is hosted by the University's OSA Student Chapter, and is organized by students for students.


The deadline to register for IONS-NA 2009 is August 31, 2009. Click here to complete your registration now.

Travel Grant Applications are now available! Choose a format: PDF or DOC.

More information on the congressional visits is now available: Congressional Visits at IONS-North America

Register Now! Limited spaces left. Laboratory tours of NRL, ARL, NIH, and USNO are NOT guaranteed for new registrations after August 21st.