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NUSOD Sydney July 11-15 2016 School of Physics, University of Sydney School of Mathematical and Physical

1 NUSOD Sydney July School of Physics, University of Sydney School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Department of Physics and Astronomy, Macquarie University 14/06/15 1

international known universities with 4 national Centres of Excellence targeting optical

2 Why Sydney? Australia has been an international centre in theoretical and experimental optics and electromagnetism for forty years. Optics remains one of its strongest research fields Sydney hosts major optics programs at four international known universities with 4 national Centres of Excellence targeting optical technologies Key optics conferences that have been held here include IQEC1996, PECS2009, OECC/ACOFT2008, IQEC-CLEO Pac Rim 2011, SPIE Micro and Nano Materials 2015, WOMBAT 2015 The local organisers have had high level roles in these and other meetings 14/06/15 2

intellectual capital and innovation Beautiful harbour, beaches,

entertainment An outdoors, relaxed and sporting culture

3 Why Sydney? Sydney is Australia s truly international city and is at the heart of Australia s economy. Sydney is ranked first in the Asia Pacific in terms of intellectual capital and innovation Beautiful harbour, beaches, and wildlife, as well as world-class restaurants and entertainment An outdoors, relaxed and sporting culture Internationally oriented, offering a welcoming environment for overseas visitors Gateway to Australia s many other attractions For more information visit 14/06/15 3

4 Location University of Sydney Camperdown campus Australia s oldest university. The campus is located close to the Sydney Central Business District (CBD), and is approximately 30 minutes by car from Sydney Airport. Easy access to the city by bus, train, taxi or foot 14/06/15 4

5 Location University of Sydney Campus Map School of Physics and Conference Venue 14/06/15 5

Location The meeting will be held in the newly-constructed Australian Institute for Nanoscience (AIN) on the University of Sydney s Camperdown campus.

6 Location The meeting will be held in the newly-constructed Australian Institute for Nanoscience (AIN) on the University of Sydney s Camperdown campus. Opens July 2015 State of the art lecture theatre and meeting rooms Numerous university cafeterias Dozens of restaurants of diverse cuisines within 10 minutes walk 14/06/15 6

7 Meeting Space Meeting space Messel lecture theatre (300 seats) 10.5 m 14/06/15 7

8 Accommodation options St John s college: $99/night Alishan international guesthouse: $120/night Rydges Camperdown: $149 / night Adara camperdown apartments: $219/night There are a large number of other good hotels within a short walk of the main campus 14/06/15 8

Flights to Sydney Flight times (summary): from the US west coast: ~14-15 hours from Singapore: ~8 hours from Europe (via Dubai or Singapore): ~24 hours Abu Dhabi (15:00) Auckland (2:40) Bangkok

9 Flights to Sydney Flight times (summary): from the US west coast: ~14-15 hours from Singapore: ~8 hours from Europe (via Dubai or Singapore): ~24 hours Abu Dhabi (15:00) Auckland (2:40) Bangkok (9:20) Beijing (11:00) Dallas/Ft Worth (17:10) Dubai (15:00) Guangzhou (9:20) Hong Kong (9:10) Honolulu (10:10) Johannesburg (14:40) Kuala Lumpur (8:10) Los Angeles (15:00) New Delhi (13:00) San Francisco (14:50) Santiago (14:10) Seoul (10:20) Shanghai (9:40) Singapore (7:50) Tokyo (9:40) Vancouver (15:30) 14/06/15 10

Sydney attractions Bondi beach While golden sands, turquoise waters and perfect waves make Bondi Beach an iconic Sydney attraction, there is plenty to do beyond the surf.

Taronga Zoo Visit Australia s unique wildlife against the spectacular backdrop of Sydney Harbour.

10 Sydney attractions Bondi beach While golden sands, turquoise waters and perfect waves make Bondi Beach an iconic Sydney attraction, there is plenty to do beyond the surf. Fine dining, eclectic shopping markets, gorgeous coastal walks and a buzzing nightlife can all be experienced in Bondi. Taronga Zoo Visit Australia s unique wildlife against the spectacular backdrop of Sydney Harbour. Over 4,000 animals to see, over 20 keeper talks and shows a day, tours, events & concerts. Bridge Climb Climb to the top of Sydney s iconic landmark and experience the best view in Sydney! Ferry trips and tours of the Harbour There are literally dozens of coves and beaches inside the Harbour accessible by ferry to be explored 14/06/15 11

Local (and not-so-local) attractions The Blue Mountains Just an hour and a half from

of Australia s most beautiful national parks The Royal National Park To the south of

afield: The Great Barrier Reef (~2-3 hours flight time) The Outback and Uluru (~ 2-3

11 Local (and not-so-local) attractions The Blue Mountains Just an hour and a half from Sydney, the Blue Mountains offers spectacular views and a range of walks through one of Australia s most beautiful national parks The Royal National Park To the south of Sydney, this coastal park offers stunning clifftop walks and secluded beaches Further afield: The Great Barrier Reef (~2-3 hours flight time) The Outback and Uluru (~ 2-3 hours flight time, or a few days drive) Melbourne and Brisbane (70 mins flight) 14/06/15 12

Congress registration / half day Board meeting Welcome cocktail function

Congress registration / half day Board meeting Welcome cocktail function CONGRESS THEME Markets are evolving to maintain their relevance in a rapidly changing world. The way things were done in the past is unlikely to be the way of doing things in the future and management