MiniModes 2025

Conference

The conference is scheduled for August 30 – September 01, 2025.

MiniModes 2025 is the fourth edition of a weekend-long student optical conference organized by the Student Association of Optics and Photonics (KNOF) at the University of Warsaw. It aims to unite the optical community, present the broad spectrum of its research, enrich students with fresh ideas and inspire them for new scientific achievements.

Why should you apply?

  • exciting talks from leading scientists and professionals from photonics industry and related fields (see Speakers)
  • flash talk session and poster session for all participants
  • networking with industry partners during talks and coffee breaks
  • time to connect during social evening and bonfire
  • additional activities such as excurcions, brainstorming (see Programme)

Participation

The conference is fully-funded. There is no conference fee. Transport to and from the conference venue, as well as food and accommodation, are provided free of charge.

MiniModes 2025 is open for you if:

  • You’re a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD student,
  • You’re ready to present a poster showcasing your own research in optics, photonics or related field.

And, of course, during the conference you’ll need to be active, ask many questions and share your passion with others!

Organizing committee

  • Wiktor Krokosz
  • Jan Nowosielski
  • Maksymilian Ogorzałek
  • Tomasz Prokop
  • Beata Siorek
  • Maja Rynkiewicz
  • Natalia Bednarek
  • Antoni Skoczypiec