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Deep-UV Innovation: Shaping the Future of Photonics
· 04 Nov 2025
Advanced UV for Life Experts at Falling Walls Science Summit 2025
Breakthroughs with Deep-Ultraviolet Light Technologies
WHO Pandemic Hub
· 12 Oct 2025
Advanced UV for Life emphasizes physical possibilities at WHO event
From Data to Disinfection: Why AI Needs Physical Allies in Pandemic Preparedness
Photonic Days 2025
· 06 Oct 2025
Technical Session UV & X-Ray Technologies & Applications
Photonic Days Berlin-Brandenburg 2025
ICULTA Conference
· 01 Oct 2025
ICULTA 2026 Call for Abstracts Now Open
4th Edition of ICULTA Conference to Take Place in Berlin
International Workshop
· 10 Sep 2025
IWUMD 2025
8th International Workshop on Ultra-Wide Bandgap Materials and Devices takes place in Wrocław from Sept 21-24
Study
· 18 Aug 2025
Cost-benefit Analysis of Far-UVC by D-Fine
Every euro invested in Far-UVC saves up to 270 euros in healthcare costs
Future of UVC
· 12 Aug 2025
Call for Co-authorship
State-of-the-Art and Future of UVC Technology and Applications
A matter of perspective
· 15 Apr 2025
No Fear of UV-LEDs: just Do It
Transitioning to UV-LEDs involves change. But it's not about scrapping everything. It's about evolving with the technology, step by step.
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Advanced UV for Life
Events
Apr 21
– 24
2026
ICULTA 2026
4th International Conference on UV-LED Technologies Applications
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We are pleased to announce the upcoming ICULTA 2026, the International Conference on UV, UV-LED Technologies Applications, taking place from April 21 to 24, 2026, in the dynamic city of Berlin, Germany. Organized by the Advanced UV for Life – Association, ICULTA has established itself as one of the most important global forums for the UV LED community. The conference brings together leading scientists, developers, and users from around the world to exchange ideas, present cutting-edge research, and discuss future directions in this rapidly evolving field.
Berlin, DE
Nov 7
– 7
2025
Falling Walls Science Summit: Deep-UV Innovation
Advanced UV for Life Experts at the Falling Walls Science Summit 2025
Michael Kneissl, Technical University of Berlin – Board Member Advanced UV for Life, Martina Meinke, Charité – Advisory Board Member Advanced UV for Life, Åsa Haglund, Chalmers University of Technology, Tanja Mehlstäubler, National Metrology Institute of Germany
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Experts of Advanced UV for Life are contributing their expertise at the Falling Walls Science Summit 2025 in Berlin.. The international event highlights breakthroughs in science, including deep-ultraviolet (DUV) photonics and other frontier research. Their participation underscores the network’s role in advancing innovative UV technologies with global scientific and societal impact.
Berlin, DE
Oct 8
– 9
2025
UV Session at Photonic Days BB 2025
The UV session at the Photonic Days highlights the latest achievements and provides a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art developments in UV-LED technologies and their applications.
OptecBB, Advanced UV for Life
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Organized in collaboration with Advanced UV for Life, this session brings together leading scientists, developers, and industry users from across the globe to share insights, present breakthrough research, and shape the future of this rapidly advancing field. Driven by growing demand in high-impact applications such as water purification, surface and air disinfection, medical sterilization, and indoor air quality systems, AlGaN-based ultraviolet light emitters have made remarkable progress. Emerging uses in areas like food safety, semiconductor manufacturing, and environmental monitoring further accelerate innovation. This session will highlight the latest achievements and provide a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art developments in UV-LED technologies and their applications.
Chairs:
Thomas Neicke (Advanced UV for Life)
Prof. Dr. Michael Kneissl (Technische Universität Berlin, Member of Advanced UV for Life)
Dr. Sven Einfeldt (Ferdinand-Braun-Institut, Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenztechnik, Advanced UV for Life)
Speaker:
Dr. Boris Landgraf (cosine GmbH) | Marcel Schilling (Technische Universität Berlin) | Jan Ruschel (Ferdinand-Braun-Institut, Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenztechnik) | Prof. Dr. Martina Meinke (Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin) | Thomas Westerhoff (Fraunhofer IOSB)
Berlin, DE
Sep 21
– 24
2025
IWUMD 2025
8th International Workshop on Ultra-Wide Bandgap Materials and Devices
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The workshop is a key platform for our UV research community to share the latest R&D breakthroughs in materials, epitaxy, and devices. It spans from fundamental science to practical applications and covers UV-LEDs and UV-laser tech to a large extent.
We are proud that selected members of UV for Life are contributing to IWUMD 2025, including:
🔹 Technische Universität Berlin
🔹 Ferdinand-Braun-Institut, Leibniz-Institut für Höchstfrequenztechnik
🔹 AIXTRON SE
🔹 ams OSRAM
🔹 LayTec
Wroclaw, PL
Sep 7
– 10
2025
IUVA World Congress 2025
Der internationale IUVA-Weltkongress 2025 in Europa wird die neuesten Fortschritte in der UV-Technologie und -Forschung beleuchten und sich mit den heutigen kritischen Umwelt-, Gesundheits- und Prozessbehandlungsfragen befassen.
Lisbon, PT
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