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SUMMARY:RQMÉM Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Quebec Network for Electron Microscopy of Materials (RQMÉM) invites students\, researchers\, and professionals to participate in its annual symposium dedicated to advances in materials characterization\, electron microscopy\, and metallurgy. The event will take place on October 19\, 2026\, at the École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS) in Montreal. \n\nParticipants will have the opportunity to deepen their knowledge through specialized training sessions\, discover cutting-edge microscopy techniques\, and connect with members of Quebec’s materials science community. \nProgram highlights: \n\nTraining workshops on a variety of materials characterization techniques;\nPresentations showcasing electron microscopy applications and instrumentation available through RQMÉM;\nStudent presentation competition with prizes;\nNetworking cocktail to conclude the event.\n\n⚠️ The call for submissions is open until September 15\, 2026. \n📅 Date: October 19\, 2026\n📍 Location: École de technologie supérieure (ÉTS)\, Montreal \nRegistration: https://forms.gle/eQ53DsE6wA8Y6jGY7 \nWe encourage all students\, trainees\, researchers\, and professionals interested in materials science and microscopy to participate in this exciting opportunity to learn\, present their work\, and expand their professional network.
URL:https://silvascience.org/event/rqmem-symposium-2026/
LOCATION:École de Technologie Supérieure (ÉTS)\, 1100\, rue Notre-Dame Ouest\, Montreal\, QC\, H3C 1K3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Institut Courtois Grande Conférence 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Light–Matter Interactions is pleased to highlight the upcoming Institut Courtois Grande Conférence 2026\, which will take place on October 22–23\, 2026\, at the Université de Montréal. \n\nThis international conference will gather leading experts around the theme:\n“Multiscale Molecular and Hybrid Materials: Microstructure\, Excitons\, and Many‑Body Dynamics.” \nThe CERC team is proud to actively participate in this flagship event\, led by Prof. Carlos Silva\, Director of the Institut Courtois\, whose vision continues to shape the institute’s scientific direction and international impact. \nThe conference will feature a keynote lecture by: \n\nProf. Sir Richard Friend (Cavendish Laboratory\, University of Cambridge)\n\nInvited speakers include: \n\nProf. Natalie Stingelin (Georgia Tech)\nProf. Aram Amassian (NC State University)\nProf. Christine Luscombe (Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology)\n\n📅 Program Overview\n\nOctober 22 – Student Symposium (oral presentations\, flash talks\, and networking) – MIL Campus\nOctober 23 – Scientific talks and poster session – Roger‑Gaudry Pavilion\n\nThis conference represents a key opportunity for the CERC community to engage with cutting-edge research in molecular and hybrid materials\, with strong connections to our work in light–matter interactions\, quantum materials\, and ultrafast spectroscopy. \nBeyond its scientific scope\, the event highlights the importance of international collaboration\, knowledge exchange\, and the integration of diverse perspectives\, contributing to a dynamic and inclusive research environment. \n📝 Registration\nRegistration is required. \nParticipation is free for Institut Courtois members\, including affiliated researchers and their groups (students\, trainees\, postdoctoral fellows\, and research staff). \n👉 Learn more and register
URL:https://silvascience.org/event/institut-courtois-grande-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Campus MIL\, 1375 Thérèse‑Lavoie‑Roux Avenue\, Montreal\, QC\, H2V 0B3\, Canada
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SUMMARY:RQMP Materials Engineering for New Technologies Axis Meeting 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Quebec Network on Advanced Materials (RQMP) invites its members to participate in the Materials Engineering for New Technologies Axis Meeting\, which will take place on Wednesday\, October 28\, 2026\, at the Institut quantique of the Université de Sherbrooke. This year’s edition\, organized by Ludvik Martinu and Dominique Drouin\, will showcase the outstanding research carried out by the next generation of scientists. \n\nThis Year\, the Spotlight is on the Next Generation!\nThe program will focus on research conducted by graduate students and postdoctoral fellows\, providing an excellent opportunity to present innovative work\, build new collaborations\, and engage with members of the RQMP community. \n📅 Date: Wednesday\, October 28\, 2026\n📍 Location: Institut quantique\, Université de Sherbrooke\n💰 Registration Fee: Free of charge (a value of approximately $50 per participant\, generously covered by the RQMP) \nProgram Highlights\n\nOral presentations by students and postdoctoral researchers (selected through a call for abstracts);\nPoster presentation session (first come\, first served until capacity is reached);\nDiscussion sessions focused on RQMP equipment and instrumentation platforms;\nOpportunities to identify and develop new collaborative research initiatives within the network.\n\n🚌 Transportation from Montreal will be provided via charter bus departing from Polytechnique Montréal. \nCall for Abstracts and Registration\nResearchers wishing to give an oral presentation are invited to submit an abstract through the registration form. \n⚠️ Registration and abstract submission deadline: Friday\, October 9\, 2026\, at 5:00 p.m. \n📢 Notification of selected oral presentations: Thursday\, October 15\, 2026 \nThis event offers an excellent opportunity for students\, postdoctoral fellows\, and faculty members interested in advanced materials and emerging technologies to share their research\, discover ongoing projects across Quebec\, and strengthen their professional network. \nWe encourage all eligible members to register and participate.
URL:https://silvascience.org/event/rqmp-materials-engineering-for-new-technologies-axis-meeting-2026/
LOCATION:Institut Quantique – Université de Sherbrooke\, 2500 Bd de l'Université\, Immeuble D9 Sherbrooke\, Sherbrooke\, QC\, J1K 2R1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:AMRS 2026 – The 13th International Conference of the African Materials Research Society
DESCRIPTION:The Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Light–Matter Interactions will be represented at the 13th International Conference of the African Materials Research Society (AMRS 2026)\, taking place in Nairobi\, Kenya\, from December 7–10\, 2026. The conference is expected to bring together researchers\, innovators\, and industry leaders from around the world to discuss advances in materials science and technology. \n\nProfessor Carlos Silva has been invited to contribute to the scientific program as an invited speaker\, recognizing his internationally renowned expertise in advanced materials and optoelectronics. In addition\, a member of the CERC in Light–Matter Interactions team will participate in the conference\, further strengthening the Chair’s engagement with the global materials research community. \nUnder the theme“Materials Science and Innovation: Driving Sustainable Development and Socio-Economic Transformation in Africa\,” AMRS 2026 will showcase research spanning a wide range of topics\, including nanotechnology\, energy materials\, artificial intelligence in materials science\, biomaterials\, quantum materials\, and advanced optoelectronic materials. \nImportant Dates \n\nAbstract Submission Deadline 31 Jul 2026\nNotification of Abstract 14 Aug 2026\nEarly-Bird Registration Deadline11 Sept 2026\nRegular Registration Deadline 9 Oct 2026\nFull Paper Submission 15 Jan 2027\n\n  \nThe conference provides an important platform for fostering international collaborations and exchanging ideas on how materials research can address global challenges while supporting sustainable development. With participants expected from across Africa and around the world\, AMRS 2026 will offer valuable opportunities for scientific dialogue\, networking\, and partnership building. \nLearn more about the conference
URL:https://silvascience.org/event/amrs-2026-the-13th-international-conference-of-the-african-materials-research-society/
LOCATION:University of Nairobi\, Nairobi\, Kenya
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SUMMARY:Workshop on Molecular Quantum Technologies (MQT 2026)
DESCRIPTION:The Canada Excellence Research Chair (CERC) in Light–Matter Interactions and the Institut Courtois are pleased to announce that Professor Carlos Silva will participate as an Invited Speaker at the 4th Workshop on Molecular Quantum Technologies (MQT 2026)\, taking place from December 14–18\, 2026\, in Puerto Varas\, Chile. \n\nMQT 2026 will bring together leading researchers from across physics\, chemistry\, and materials science to explore how molecules and molecular materials can enable new advances in quantum technologies. The workshop will feature discussions on both fundamental science and emerging applications\, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among established scientists and early-career researchers. \nProfessor Silva’s participation highlights the contributions of the CERC in Light–Matter Interactions and Institut Courtois to advancing research at the intersection of materials science\, photonics\, and quantum technologies. \nHosted in the scenic lakefront city of Puerto Varas\, the workshop continues a successful series of international meetings dedicated to the rapidly evolving field of molecular quantum technologies. \nLearn more about the event:\nhttps://www.miroptics.cl/mqt2026/
URL:https://silvascience.org/event/workshop-on-molecular-quantum-technologies-mqt-2026/
LOCATION:Dreams Hotel\, Puerto Varas\, Chile\, Del Salvador 21\, 5550206 Puerto Varas\, Los Lagos\, Chile\, Puerto Varas\, Chile
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SUMMARY:Quantum Frontiers in Molecular Science 2027
DESCRIPTION:The CERC in Light-Matter Interactions (CERC-LM) is pleased to announce that Carlos Silva\, Canada Excellence Research Chair in Light-Matter Interactions at the Université de Montréal\, will participate in the 5th Workshop on Quantum Frontiers in Molecular Science (QFMS 2027)\, to be held in Mexico City\, Mexico\, from January 4 to 8\, 2027. \n\nThis year’s workshop\, themed Quantum Molecular Design\, will bring together leading theorists and experimentalists to explore how molecular structure can be engineered to create novel functionalities for quantum sensing\, quantum information processing\, and advanced quantum materials. The event aims to foster interdisciplinary collaborations at the interface of chemistry\, physics\, materials science\, and quantum technologies. \nAs an invited speaker\, Prof. Carlos Silva will contribute to discussions on emerging frontiers in quantum materials and spectroscopic approaches to understanding complex quantum phenomena. His participation reflects the growing international recognition of the research led by the CERC-LM in the fields of light-matter interactions and quantum materials. \nHosted by the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)\, the workshop will feature a week of scientific presentations\, discussions\, and networking opportunities in the historic district of Coyoacán\, one of Mexico City’s cultural landmarks. \nEvent Highlights\n\nInternational speakers at the forefront of quantum molecular science;\nInterdisciplinary discussions linking theory and experiment;\nOpportunities for collaboration among researchers in quantum science and molecular design;\nDedicated sessions on quantum materials\, quantum information\, and molecular engineering;\nSocial and networking activities throughout the week.\n\nSpecial Excursion\nParticipants will also have the opportunity to visit the renowned Monarch Butterfly Biosphere Reserve\, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that hosts millions of migrating monarch butterflies each winter. \n📅 Dates: January 4-8\, 2027\n📍 Location: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM)\, Mexico City\, Mexico\n🔗 More information: https://sites.google.com/view/qfms2027 \nResearchers and students interested in quantum science\, molecular design\, spectroscopy\, and quantum materials are encouraged to learn more about this exciting international workshop.
URL:https://silvascience.org/event/quantum-frontiers-in-molecular-science-2027/
LOCATION:Marcos Moshinsky auditorium of the Institute of Nuclear Sciences (ICN)\, Circuito Exterior s/n\, Ciudad Universitaria\, Coyoacán\, 04510 Ciudad de México\, CDMX\, Mexico\, Mexico\, Mexico D.C.\, 04510\, Mexico
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SUMMARY:Upcoming Plenary Lecture at the 25th Anniversary Celebration of UNAM's CFATA
DESCRIPTION:The Canada Excellence Research Chair in Light-Matter Interactions (CERC-LM) is pleased to announce that Carlos Silva Acuña\, Professor at Université de Montréal\, Director of the Institut Courtois\, and holder of the Canada Excellence Research Chair in Light-Matter Interactions\, has been invited to deliver a plenary lecture as part of the 25th anniversary celebration of the Centro de Física Aplicada y Tecnología Avanzada (CFATA) at the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM). \n\nThe event will take place April 5–8 in Querétaro\, Mexico\, bringing together researchers and experts from physics\, materials science\, and emerging technologies to celebrate 25 years of scientific excellence at CFATA. \nProfessor Silva was invited in recognition of his contributions to the study of advanced materials\, ultrafast and nonlinear spectroscopy\, quantum dynamics\, and light-matter interactions. His plenary lecture will provide an opportunity to share recent advances in these fields with the broader scientific community and to strengthen international research connections between Canada and Mexico. \nThe CERC-LM community is honored by this invitation and looks forward to contributing to this important milestone for CFATA and UNAM.
URL:https://silvascience.org/event/upcoming-plenary-lecture-at-the-25th-anniversary-celebration-of-unams-cfata/
LOCATION:Campus UNAM Juriquilla\, Campus UNAM-Juriquilla\, Boulevard Juriquilla No. 3001\, Santiago de Querétaro\, Qro\, Mexico
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