Ibero-American Workshop & School on Biophotonics

July 20 – 31, 2026

The Ibero-American Workshop & School on Biophotonics will bring together prosgraduate students, early- and mid-career professionals, researchers and health-care practitioners in order to explore advanced optical techniques applied to biological diagnosis, imaging and therapeutics. The program combines theoretical foundations with practical applications led by internationally recognized experts.

Mission

To train highly skilled professionals and students in biophotonics, integrating science, technology, and human consciousness through innovative, ethical, and excellent education that promotes the responsible use of light and energy for well being, research, and the integral development of the human being.

Vision

To be a leading school and a national and international reference in the teaching and application of biophotonics, recognized for its academic quality, its scientific and human impact, and its contributions to the advancement of knowledge, health, and harmony between science and life.

Aim

To develop educational and training programs in biophotonics that foster theoretical practical learning, research, innovation, and personal growth, preparing students to apply biophotonics consciously, ethically, and effectively in scientific and technological fields.

Keynote Speakers & Lecturers

The program covers 8 key topics in biophotonics, taught by leading international experts in the field.

1. Light Interaction with Biological Media

Dr. José Alberto Delgado Atencio

Polytechnic University of Tulancingo

2. Diffuse Reflection Spectroscopy for Non-Invasive Diagnostics

Prof. Sune Svanberg

Lund University, Lund, Sweden

3. OCT Low Coherence Tomography in Biological Applications

Dr. Jorge Castro Ramos

INAOE

4. Polarimetry in Biological Tissues

Jessica Ramella Roman

Florida International University, Department of Biomedical Engineering

5. Raman Spectroscopy for Diagnosis

Dr. José Fabián Villa Manriques

BUAP

6. Advanced Imaging Techniques for Biomedical Applications

Katarina Svanberg

Lund University, Lund, Sweden

7. Infrared Imaging Theory

Rohit Bhargava

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

8. Fundamentals of Spectroscopy with Focus on Biomedical Applications

Daniel Gureau

The Rockefeller University

Preliminary Schedule

July 20–24

Day	8:00 – 9:50	10:00 – 10:50	12:00 – 13:50	15:00 – 16:50	17:00 – 19:00
Monday	Fundamentals of Spectroscopy with Focus on Biomedical Applications Daniel Gureau	Diffuse Reflection Spectroscopy for Non-Invasive Diagnostics Prof. Sune Svanberg	Advanced Imaging Techniques for Biomedical Applications Katarina Svanberg	Infrared Imaging Theory Rohit Bhargava	Practical Workshop International Faculty
Tuesday	Diffuse Reflection Spectroscopy – Clinical Applications Prof. Sune Svanberg	Advanced Imaging in Oncology Katarina Svanberg	Infrared Spectroscopy in Biomedical Research Rohit Bhargava	Optical Diagnostics Case Studies International Panel	Applied Laboratory Session International Faculty
Wednesday	Spectroscopy Integration in Medical Devices Daniel Gureau	Emerging Trends in Biomedical Optics International Faculty	Multimodal Imaging Approaches International Faculty	Biomedical Imaging Data Analysis International Faculty	Team Project Development Mentored Session
Thursday	Optical Diagnostics: Translational Research Prof. Sune Svanberg	Imaging for Precision Medicine Katarina Svanberg	Infrared Chemical Imaging Applications Rohit Bhargava	Research Design & Validation International Faculty	Advanced Workshop International Faculty
Friday	Intensive Hands-on Workshop International Faculty	Prototyping & Experimental Setup International Faculty	Project Integration Mentored Session	Final Project Presentations Evaluation Panel	Closing Session Organizing Committee

Daily breaks (Coffee Break 11:00–11:30, Lunch 14:00–15:00) follow the official school schedule.

July 27–31

Day	8:00 – 9:50	10:00 – 10:50	12:00 – 13:50	15:00 – 16:50	17:00 – 19:00
Monday	Light Interaction with Biological Media Dr. José Alberto Delgado Atencio	OCT Low Coherence Tomography in Biological Applications Dr. Jorge Castro Ramos	Polarimetry in Biological Tissues Jessica Ramella Roman	Raman Spectroscopy for Diagnosis Dr. José Fabián Villa Manriques	Practical Workshop National Faculty
Tuesday	OCT Clinical Applications Dr. Jorge Castro Ramos	Raman Spectroscopy in Medical Diagnosis Dr. José Fabián Villa Manriques	Applied Polarimetry in Tissue Analysis Jessica Ramella Roman	Optical Characterization Techniques National Faculty	Laboratory Practice National Faculty
Wednesday	Optical Techniques in the Mexican Research Context National Panel	Biomedical Signal Processing National Faculty	Technology Transfer in Biomedical Optics National Faculty	Regulatory Framework in Mexico National Faculty	Project Development Mentored Session
Thursday	Experimental Validation of Optical Methods National Faculty	Clinical Protocol Implementation National Faculty	Quality & Standardization in Optical Diagnostics National Faculty	Data Interpretation & Reporting National Faculty	Final Project Preparation Mentored Session
Friday	Applied National Workshop National Faculty	Prototype Demonstrations National Faculty	Final Project Presentations Evaluation Panel	Academic Evaluation Organizing Committee	General Closing Ceremony Organizing Committee

Daily breaks (Coffee Break 11:00–11:30, Lunch 14:00–15:00) follow the official school schedule.

Code of Conduct

CTOM is committed to providing an environment that is conducive to the free and robust exchange of scientific ideas. This environment requires that all participants be treated with equal consideration and respect. While CTOM encourages vigorous debate of ideas, personal attacks create an environment in which people feel threatened or intimidated. This is not productive and does not advance the cause of science. All participants in the Ibero-American Workshop and School on Biophotonics 2026 and all other CTOM and/or CTOM-managed events and activities are therefore expected to conduct themselves professionally and respectfully. It is the policy of CTOM that all forms of bullying, discrimination and harassment, sexual or otherwise, are prohibited in any CTOM or CTOM-managed events or activities. This policy applies to every individual at the event, whether attendee, speaker, exhibitor, award recipient, staff, contractor or other. It is also a violation of this policy to retaliate against an individual for reporting bullying, discrimination or harassment or to intentionally file a false report of bullying, discrimination or harassment. Bullying, discrimination and harassment of any sort by someone in a position of power, prestige or authority is particularly harmful since those of lower status or rank may be hesitant to express their objections or discomfort out of fear of retaliation. CTOM may take any disciplinary action it deems appropriate if, after thorough investigation, it finds a violation occurred.

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Venue

Eco Campus Valsequillo CU2 of the Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP) offers a modern, sustainable environment for advanced scientific training and academic collaboration.

Address

Independencia O 2 Sur 50, 72960 San Pedro Zacachimalpa, Puebla, Mexico.

Event Hours

8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily.

Contact

Secretariat@ctomx.org