COLA2026

COLA 2026

International Conference

on Laser Ablation

REGISTRATION TBA

Date

14-18 SEPTEMBER 2026

Venue

Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva

Konstitutcijos Ave. 22, Vilnius, Lithuania

18th International Conference on Laser Ablation

Welcome

To COLA 2026

Since 1991, COLA has played a pivotal role in advancing laser ablation technologies and fostering collaborations among researchers and industry experts. COLA2026 is an interdisciplinary conference and the topics cover a wide range of scientific research that bridges the gap between basic science and applications / technology.

The 18th COLA conference will be held in Vilnius, Lithuania, from September 14-18, 2026, and promises to be an exceptional gathering of laser scientists, end-users, students and industry professionals from around the world.

Conference

Topics

• Fundamentals of Laser-Material Interactions

• Emerging Applications of Laser Ablation

• Quantum Electrodynamics in Extreme Laser Fields

• Pulsed Laser Ablation and Deposition

• Laser Ablation in Liquids

• Laser Ablation in Bulk Materials

• Laser-Based Analytical Methods

• Ultrafast Phenomena

• Applications of Laser Materials Processing

• Laser Direct Writing

• Surface Micro/Nano Structuring

• Laser Micro/Nano Machining

• Laser Applications in Biology and Life Sciences

• Lasers in Nanoscience

• Smart Beam Shaping and Manipulation

• Emerging Photon Sources and Applications

Important

Dates

Abstract Submission opens: 12 January 2026
Abstract Submission closes: ~~31 March 2026~~ extended to 30 APRIL 2026
Author notification: 1 June 2026

Venue

The Radisson Blu Hotel Lietuva, in Vilnius, stands on the banks of the River Neris. The hotel is in the heart of Lithuania's capital, near rich historic sites such as the Old Town and Vilnius Cathedral. Old Town is also the place for shopping. Wander around the cobbled streets and explore the wide range of stores and markets. You're close to an array of transport options, including bus and train station, while the airport is just 9 kilometers away.