Since its inception in Singapore in 2008, PGC has a distinguished history and has been hosted at various locations around the world. The conference primarily focuses on cutting-edge topics in photonics and optics, bringing together leading experts, researchers, industry practitioners, and students. Its objectives include exploring the latest scientific and technological advancements, addressing current challenges, and fostering international collaboration among professionals in the field. .

Submission Guidelines

Both abstract and full papers are welcome to be presented in PGC. Full papers must be original and not simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference.

List of Topics

• Optical fiber and waveguide technologies
• Optical communications and networks
• Optical Sensors and Measurement
• Optoelectronic integration and devices
• Advanced lasers and applications
• Light-matter interactions
• Micro/Nano photonics
• Ultrafast and nonlinear optics
• Microwave photonics
• Plasmonics and metamaterials
• Advanced optical materials
• Optical imaging, display and storage
• Biophotonics and optofluidics
• Quantum optics
• AI and photonics

Committees

General Chairs

• Perry Shum, Southern University of Science and Technology, China
• Gilberto Brambilla, University of Southampton, UK
• Christophe Couteau, University of Technology of Troyes, France
• Kyunghwan Oh, Nazarbayev University, Kazakhstan
• Jason Png, IHPC, A*STAR, Singapore
• Sze Yun Set, Tokyo University, Japan
• Chester Shu, Chinese University of Hong Kong, China
• Lena Wosinska, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden

Program Committee

• Baohua Jia, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Australia
• Hoon Kim, KAIST, Korea
• Rui Lin, Chalmers University, Sweden
• Xiaodan Pang, Zhejiang University, China
• Yating Wan, King Abdullah University of Science & Technology, Saudi Arabia
• Min Yan, Umeå University, Sweden

Publication

PGC2026 proceedings will be published in 2026 Photonics Global Conference by IEEE Xplore.

Venue

Rizhao (日照), known as "The First City to Embrace the Sunshine in China," is celebrated for its blue skies, clear seas, and golden beaches. Located on the eastern coast of China, this coastal city harmoniously blends stunning natural landscapes with rich cultural heritage. With its refreshing sea breeze, expansive sandy beaches, and breathtaking sunrise views, Rizhao is the perfect place to relax. Attractions like Rizhao's beach resorts, Mount Wulian, and the ancient Dongyi town are all must-see sites that will leave visitors enchanted. The city's delicious seafood and deep local culture perfectly capture its charm. Whether you’re here to relax or discover its historical culture, Rizhao offers an unforgettable experience.

Contact

All questions about submissions should be emailed to pgc@iee-pgc.org.