SPIE Opens Applications for 2026 PRISM Awards
Applications are now open for the 2026 SPIE Prism Awards. The awards, presented by SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, recognize the most innovative products on the market, across the growing range of optics and photonics applications. The annual industry event will celebrate its 18th anniversary on Jan. 21, during a gala evening at SPIE Photonics West.
Applications are open through Sept. 3
In 2026, award categories will include biophotonics instruments, cameras and imaging systems, lasers, optical materials and components, quantum tech, sensors, test and measurement, and XR tech. And now in its third year, SPIE will showcase the SPIE Catalyst Award, which honors for-profit companies with programs that expand workplace access and opportunity, strengthen community engagement and education, and drive environmental progress.
Applications are open for the 2026 SPIE Prism Awards. The awards recognize and honor the most innovative photonics products on the market. Courtesy of SPIE.
For more information, qualification requirements, and to submit a product for the Prism Awards, visit www.spie.org.
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