The fields of Metamaterials (engineered materials that have properties not found in naturally occurring materials, "meta" in Greek meaning "beyond"), and Plasmonics & Nanophotonics (optical interactions with nanostructures and nanomaterials) open new opportunities for controlling electromagnetics waves in the sub-wavelength regime. Study and application of these interactions involve various scientific disciplines, i.e. engineering, physics, chemistry, material science, biology, medicine, information technology, energy, and communications.

META, the International Conference on Metamaterials, Photonic Crystals and Plasmonics features, every year, the latest developments in the area of nanophotonics, nanomaterials and advanced electromagnetic materials. Initiated in 2002 as a NATO Advanced Research Workshop, when many of the current topical research areas on metamaterials and plasmonics began to emerge, META quickly became a major event for the community.

META offers a platform not only for scientists, students, and postdoctoral fellows but also for representatives from companies, governments, and funding agencies to exchange knowledge and explore new ideas in the fields of metamaterials and nanophotonics. The conference covers a wide range of topics such as AI and machine learning for metamaterial design, topological photonics, sustainable materials, quantum photonics, nanobiophotonics, and flat optics. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to explore the latest advancements, discover new research directions, and network with leading professionals in the field. The program also includes a banquet, providing a perfect setting for informal discussions and networking.

Following a now well-established tradition, META takes place every year in unique locations around the world.

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