International Training “Laser PRO Advanced Training for the Ukrainian Laser Ecosystem (Part 1)”

We invite you to participate in the international online training “Laser PRO Advanced Training for the Ukrainian Laser Ecosystem (Part 1)”, aimed at strengthening Ukraine’s laser and photonics ecosystem and fostering international collaboration.

The training is organised by the LASER-PRO, which seeks to transfer the experience, best practices, and knowledge of European Union countries to the Ukrainian innovation community. This initiative is part of a broader mentorship programme dedicated to the development of Ukraine’s laser sector.

During the event, participants will gain insights into the latest trends in laser and photonics technologies, practical applications, and investment opportunities. The programme will cover the current status of the Ukrainian laser and photonics ecosystem, aspects of spectroscopy and laser manufacturing from both scientific and startup perspectives, as well as applied photonics solutions in industry, healthcare, and environmental sectors.

Special attention will be given to investment opportunities in deep tech, energy, and advanced materials, along with support instruments available to participants in the Ukrainian innovation ecosystem.

The event will bring together experts from Lithuania, Poland, and Ukraine, including researchers, representatives of innovative companies, and venture capital professionals. The keynote presentation will be delivered by a representative of the Polish Technological Platform on Photonics, who will discuss sector development and collaboration opportunities.

Date: 15 May 2026
Time: 15:00–17:15 (Ukrainian time) / 14:00–16:15 (CET)
Format: Online
Language: English

The event is intended for:Researchers, businesses, startups, SMEs, investors, policymakers, and other stakeholders  working in optics, photonics, laser technologies, and quantum technologies.

Registration: Participation is free of charge; however, prior registration is required. The access link will be sent only to registered participants.

Registration form (EN): https://forms.gle/AXUmykQPCXMNRGeJ6
Registration form (UA): https://forms.gle/AKegFGTLwTPr2FMZ6

Programme: https://shortlink.uk/1tytf

Confirmed speakers:

• Sigitas Besagirskas (Lithuanian Innovation Centre, Lithuania) – Project management expert, representative of the LASER-PRO initiative
• Dr. Nazariy Andrushchak (Lviv Polytechnic National University, Ukraine) – Expert in laser and photonics ecosystem development
• Prof. Yaroslav Shchur (Yukhnovskii Institute for Condensed Matter Physics of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine; Lviv Polytechnic National University, Ukraine) – Applications of Raman spectroscopy in art and archaeology
• Igor Deryło (Polish Technological Platform on Photonics, Poland) – Photonics applications in industry, healthcare, and environment
• Prof. Erwin Maciak (Silesian University of Technology, Poland) – Optoelectronics and environmental monitoring technologies
• Dr. Karolina Orłowska (Gekko Photonics Ltd., Poland) – Spectroscopy solutions for industry and startups
• Prof. Arkadiusz Antończak (Wrocław University of Science and Technology, Poland) – Laser manufacturing technologies
• Dr. Michał Nejbauer (Fluence Technology Ltd., Poland) – Femtosecond fiber laser applications in manufacturing
• Michał Lasocki (EEC Ventures, Poland) – Investments in deep tech, energy, and advanced materials
• Marek Kotelicki (Vigo Ventures, Poland) – Investments in photonics
• Anastasiia Kravchenko-Uhrekhelidze (Bravery Seeds, Ukraine) – Opportunities in the Ukrainian deep tech ecosystem