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2025. 01. 24 - Contribution of an FTMC physicist in Germany: innovative sorting of wood waste Using sophisticated sensors, AI could autonomously identify which wood is suitable for recycling. Learn more
2025. 01. 23 - J. Anulytė, who studies the control of light in nanostructures, becomes a new PhD Her work could be applied to nano-lasers, optical biosensors or even quantum information transfer. Learn more
2025. 01. 09 - Lithuanian scientists develop innovative nanoparticles for early diagnosis of skin cancer The FTMC team is the only one in Lithuania to carry out this type of research. Learn more
2025. 01. 03 - FTMC visits IKZ, one of Europe's strongest crystal growth centers Lithuania is only taking its first steps in this field, but we have big ambitions. Learn more
2024. 12. 19 - Gintautas Jurgis Babonas (1941-2024) An article from the Lithuanian Journal of Physics about the life and professional activities of an renowned scientist. Learn more
2024. 12. 18 - FTMC Collaborates with Ukrainian Researchers: Developing a Cost-effective Optical Sensor The new sensor is very important for the healthcare and veterinary. Learn more
2024. 12. 16 - G. Kasputė, researching treatment with bee products, receives an award from the Lithuanian Apitherapists Association Greta is designing electrochemical sensors that could be applied to the analysis of the composition of honey and propolis. Learn more
2024. 12. 14 - Strengthening international partnerships: The Head of the FTMC visited the Lithuanian Embassy in Germany New cooperation opportunities between Lithuanian and German scientists and business representatives were discussed. Learn more
2024. 12. 13 - Dr M. Gedvilas becomes the Associate Editor of the influential journal Optics Express It is the world's most cited journal in optics. Learn more
2024. 12. 10 - “Open Readings 2025” presents its first invited speakers Prof. R. F. Jazzar has been recognised for excellence in organic chemistry, and Prof. Z. Molnár is one of the leaders in neuroscience. Learn more
2024. 12. 10 - Dr. R. Kondrotas becomes the new member of the Young Academy of the Lithuanian Academy of Sciences One of the challenges ahead, says Rokas, is to get young people interested in science. Learn more
2024. 12. 06 - Next-generation Lasers from Czechia and Lithuania Leading the Way for Europe’s Industrial Competitiveness Led by Czechia’s HiLASE Centre and Lithuania’s FTMC, the LASER-PRO project stands out as a shining example of cross-border collaboration. Learn more
2024. 12. 05 - Lithuanian Semiconductor Competence Centre project receives Top EU evaluation score This project will create new technologies and help attract foreign investment. Learn more
2024. 12. 03 - Dr. G. Gečė awarded at the Presidential Palace for the best dissertation in 2023 Gintarė was the first to develop the topic of Na-ion batteries at FTMC. Learn more
2024. 11. 26 - FTMC chemist Dr. Gintarė Gečė is the author of the best dissertation of 2023! She is researching electrochemical sodium-ion batteries and finding solutions to improve their performance. Learn more
2024. 11. 14 - FTMC laser scientists' research on the cover of Advanced Engineering Materials The paper presents a new precision method for producing three-dimensional cavities in metal. Learn more
2024. 11. 13 - Aluminium parts will last up to 20 times longer: Lithuanian technology promises a breakthrough in the automotive, defence and aerospace industries FTMC tribologist Dr. Tadas Matijošius and his team were the first in the world to achieve this level of efficiency. Learn more
2024. 11. 05 - FTMC physicists develop hybrid plasmonic sensor using laser technologies It is an excellent tool for measuring small concentrations of different molecules. Learn more
2024. 11. 05 - Dr. A. Michailovas, laser scientist at FTMC and EKSPLA, is one of the world's top 100 photonics leaders! The scientist is a co-author of 23 inventions. Learn more
2024. 10. 24 - S. Melnikas, who develops mirrors for lasers, is the new Doctor of Technology Without better chirped mirrors there will be no improved powerful lasers. Learn more

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2025. 10. 08 - 2025. 10. 10 EcoBalt2025: the international environmental conference returns to Vilnius This year, the conference will emphasize ecological issues. Registration opens on 3 February. Learn more
2025. 02. 17 - The registration for the Open Readings 2025 is now open The registration deadline is set for February 17th, 2025. Learn more
2025. 01. 24 - FTMC Winter Cross 2025 We kindly invite you to the active celebration of the scientific community on 24 January 2024. Learn more
2024. 11. 14 - Lecture of Dr. D. Rytz. Peculiarities of single-crystal growth for photonics applications. 9:30 AM, 14th of November, 2024. Auditorium D401, Sauletekio ave. 3, Vilnius. Learn more
2024. 11. 14 - 2024. 11. 29 PhD Entrepreneurship Course The training will take place over three days on 7, 14 and 29 November from 9am to 1pm, at FTMC, Saulėtekio al. 3, auditorium A101. Learn more
2024. 10. 18 - FTMC Fall Cross 2024: running festival in a new location We will run in the charming surroundings of the Botanical Garden of Vilnius University. Learn more
2024. 10. 15 - 2024. 10. 17 FTMC Young Scientists Conference FizTech2024 15 – 17 October, 2024. Conference hall A101, Saulėtekio al. 3, Vilnius. Learn more
2024. 10. 03 - 4th International Conference "Baltic Biophysics Conference" Abstract submission deadline is 9 September. Learn more
2024. 10. 01 - APROPOS 19 international conference 1-4 October, 2024, Sauletekio ave. 3, Vilnius. „Advanced Properties and Processes in Optoelectronic Materials and Systems - APROPOS 19“ Learn more
2024. 09. 15 - Host a speaker from the USA: apply for the Baltic-American Dialogue Program The funds are intended to cover all logistics costs. Applications are open until 15 September. Learn more
2024. 08. 28 - Dr. O. Pronin's seminar "Toward a compact XUV frequency comb source" He is one of the students of Prof. Ferenc Krausz, Nobel Prize winner for attosecond lasers. Learn more
2024. 07. 01 - UPLAMP 2024 summer school All laser microfabrication professionals and students are welcome! The summer school will take place on July 1-6. Learn more
2024. 06. 25 - Canadian physicists on dark matter and neutrinos Speakers will be Prof. Joseph Bramante and Dr. Ingrida Semenec, researchers at Queen's University (Canada). Learn more
2024. 06. 17 - Vacancy for the position of Director of FTMC The candidate must submit the documents by 17 June 2024 inclusive. Learn more
2024. 06. 11 - European Workshop on Innovative and Advanced Epitaxy Young scientists and invited guests will present their research on this topic. Learn more
2024. 06. 05 - PULSATE Connect: Laser Innovation for SMEs Small and medium-sized enterprises are invited to the free event. Learn more
2024. 05. 10 - FTMC Spring Cross 2024: all Lithuanian universities are welcome! We kindly invite you all to the active celebration of the scientific community! Learn more
2024. 04. 23 - International conference for young scientists and students Open Readings 2024 The conference will welcome more than 350 participants from various countries worldwide. Learn more
2024. 04. 16 - Blood donation campaign Lithuania's National Blood Centre invites all people of goodwill to come to the FTMC and donate some blood. Learn more
2024. 04. 05 - "Laser particle accelerators, their applications and possibilities of experiments in the ELI infrastructure" Register for the international workshop on April 5th! Learn more