About

The Montana State University's Optical Technology Center (OpTeC) will host the 31st annual OpTeC Conference on October 9, 2025. This year, we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Optical Technology Center; in 1995, the Board of Regents approved the establishment of the Center. The OpTeC conference highlights optical science and engineering and is where undergraduate and graduate students, research staff, and faculty report on recent developments in optics at Montana State University. Companies will also share new developments in industry. After a day of oral presentations, a highlight of the meeting is always the evening catered poster session that includes many local and regional businesses. Please join us in celebrating 30 years of optics and photonics at MSU.

Please visit the OpTeC Conference Information Page for more detailed information.

Attendee Registration

Registration closes on October 2.

Registration Fees are as follows:

Individual: $40

Student: $25

Exhibitor: $60 - $250 

Registration will be through the SPIE OpTeC Conference Attendee Registration Page. You will need to create a free SPIE account if you do not already have one. Registration is paid by credit card, and after completing your registration, you will receive an emailed receipt. You MUST complete form links at the bottom of the receipt to complete your registration. 

Attendee Registration is Here

Abstract Submission

Submit your abstracts through the SPIE OpTeC Conference Abstract Submission Page.  

Submit Abstracts Here

Exhibitor Registration

Whether you're looking to share your latest research or showcase your products and services, the OpTeC Conference is the perfect platform. For information about exhibiting at the Conference, visit the Exhibitor Information page. Exhibitor registration is through the SPIE registration system. Please note the following:

Exhibitor Registration is Here

Sponsors

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their generous support of the OpTeC Conference. Your commitment plays a crucial role in funding and facilitating this event, helping us to deliver a successful and impactful experience. Your partnership enables us to bring together students, faculty researchers, and industry leaders; foster innovative discussions, and advance our collective knowledge. We deeply appreciate your contribution and look forward to celebrating our shared success at the conference.

Thank you for making the OpTeC Conference possible!

Interested in becoming a sponsor? Check out our sponsorship information page.

Co-Host

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Co-Sponsors

MSU Research and Economic Development      MPQA Logo

Blue & Gold Sponsors

Thorlabs Logo

 

Montana Department of Commerce Logo

 

UpNano Logo

Silver Sponsors

      Bozeman City Logo 

 

Quartus Engineering Logo       

Bronze Sponsors

OptoSigma Logo             Shimadzu Scientific Logo

 

Edmund Optics Worldwide             Keysight Technologies Logo

The Eido Tech Project