{"id":2,"date":"2019-07-16T14:36:41","date_gmt":"2019-07-16T12:36:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/webek3.fuw.edu.pl\/minimodes2019\/?page_id=2"},"modified":"2026-04-07T13:53:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T11:53:06","slug":"landing-page","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/minimodes.fuw.edu.pl\/?page_id=2","title":{"rendered":"About \u2013 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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MiniModes 2025 is the fourth edition of a fully-funded, student summer conference<\/strong> that will be held from 30 August to 1 September 2025<\/strong> in European Centre for Geological Education<\/a> in Ch\u0119ciny, Poland. Organized by the Student Association of Optics and Photonics (KNOF)<\/a><\/strong> at the University of Warsaw, the event is tailored for young researchers in optics, photonics<\/strong> and related fields. Our main goal is to brings together students to connect, talk with professionals, and create an environment for exploration of possible career paths in science and industry. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why should you join us?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Scientific Talks<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Exciting talks from leading scientists and professionals<\/strong> from photonics industry and related fields. The topics will cover cutting-edge research, emerging trends, as well as soft skills<\/strong> like project management and navigating career (see Speakers<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Poster Session<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Each participant will show their work during a 3-minute flash talk and a poster session<\/strong>. It’s a great opportunity to practice communicating your research, receive valuable feedback and spark new collaborations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Beyond the Lab<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Join in on additional activities such as excursions to nearby landmarks<\/strong>. These will refresh your mind, foster conversations and give new perspectives – scientific and personal.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Industry Networking<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Connect with industry representatives and researchers during coffee breaks and talks from industry partners<\/strong>. You will learn about career options<\/strong> and open doors for future internships. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Social Connections<\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Take a brake from formal program during social evening and bonfires<\/strong>. The relaxed setting is perfect for meeting new people from your branch.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Participation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The conference is fully-funded<\/strong>. There is no conference fee. Transport from Warsaw to the conference venue and back, as well as food and accommodation, are provided free of charge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MiniModes 2025 is open for you if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n