ICFO

ICFO: The Institute of Photonic Sciences

The Institute of Photonic Sciences (ICFO) is a research center devoted to the science and technology of light. It is located in Castelldefels, near Barcelona, Spain. ICFO conducts research across a wide range of areas within photonics, including quantum optics, nonlinear optics, nanophotonics, biophotonics, and optoelectronics.

ICFO's mission is to advance the frontiers of knowledge in photonics, to train the next generation of scientists and technologists, and to provide outreach and impact in the surrounding community. The institute achieves these goals through a combination of research activities, graduate programs, knowledge and technology transfer, and engagement with industry and the public.

ICFO has established itself as a prominent center for photonics research in Europe and globally, attracting researchers and students from diverse backgrounds. It actively fosters collaboration with other research institutions and industries worldwide. The research output from ICFO is published in leading scientific journals and has led to numerous innovations in areas such as information technology, medicine, and energy.