Science in dialogue · without borders

From Light
to Function

Latin America and Europe in Conversation

An international workshop connecting photochemistry, photobiology, photosynthesis, photoactive materials and light-driven approaches for a healthier and more sustainable future.

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Light as a common language

PhotoLAT-EU brings together researchers from Latin America and Europe to connect fundamental photochemistry with biological function, energy conversion, materials and emerging applications.

The workshop is designed as a compact, highly interactive meeting. Invited and plenary talks are complemented by young-researcher presentations, poster sessions and dedicated time for scientific discussion and new collaborations.

The final session, led by Silvia Braslavsky, connects the historical development of photochemistry and photobiology with the scientific themes developed throughout the workshop, followed by a round table and working lunch focused on future Latin America–Europe collaborations.

Photochemistry & photobiology
Photosynthesis & energy conversion
Photoactive nanomaterials
Light-driven applications

Invited speakers

A cross-disciplinary group spanning natural and artificial photosynthesis, photochemistry, photobiology, nanomaterials and light-driven technologies.

Bruno Robert

CEA / France

Plenary

Ana Moore

Arizona State University / USA

Plenary

Gabriela Lagorio

University of Buenos Aires / Argentina

Invited speaker

Ricardo J. Fernández-Terán

University of Geneva / Switzerland

Invited speaker

Mónica González

INIFTA–CONICET / Argentina

Invited speaker

Daniel Mártire

INIFTA–CIC / Argentina

Invited speaker

Galo Soler Illia

UNSAM–CONICET / Argentina

Invited speaker

Luciano Carlos

PROBIEN / Argentina

Invited speaker

Marcos Peralta

PROBIEN / Argentina

Invited speaker

Franco Cabrerizo

INTECH / Argentina

Invited speaker

Carolina Lorente

INIFTA–CONICET / Argentina

Invited speaker

Silvia Braslavsky

Photochemistry & Photobiology

Closing plenary
Juan José Romero
Manuel Llansola Portolés
Silvia Braslavsky
Round table · Latin America–Europe collaborations

Juan José Romero · Manuel Llansola Portolés · Silvia Braslavsky · workshop participants

Tentative program

Current working schedule. Minor adjustments may still be made as titles and final speaker details are confirmed.

09:00
Opening — Gaby BosioWelcome and workshop overview
09:30
Bruno Robert — Plenary
10:30
Coffee break
11:00
Gabriela Lagorio
11:45
Young researchers’ presentations
12:30
Lunch
14:00
Ana Moore — Plenary
15:00
Ricardo J. Fernández-Terán
15:45
Discussion and coffee break
16:15
Poster session
09:00
Mónica González
09:45
Daniel Mártire
10:30
Coffee break
11:00
Galo Soler Illia
11:45
Luciano Carlos / Marcos Peralta
12:30
Lunch
14:00
Franco Cabrerizo
14:45
Carolina Lorente
15:30
Coffee break and poster session
16:30
Free discussion and collaboration time
10:00
Silvia Braslavsky — PlenaryConnecting photochemistry and photobiology: from light to function
11:00
Coffee break
11:30
Round tableJuan José Romero, Manuel Llansola Portolés and workshop participants
12:45
Closing working lunchGeneral discussion and final remarks led by Silvia Braslavsky and Manuel Llansola Portolés
14:30
End of workshop
PhotoLAT-EU Workshop 2026 tentative program overview
Current tentative program · November 10–12, 2026

Registration

Participation is free of charge, but prior registration is required for all attendees.

Join PhotoLAT-EU 2026

Register to attend the scientific sessions, poster activities and collaborative discussions.

Deadline · October 20, 2026

Register now

Free but mandatory registration. Please register before October 20, 2026.

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CostFree
RequirementRegistration is mandatory
FormatIn-person scientific workshop in La Plata
Young researchersPresentations and poster sessions included

Accommodation in La Plata

A selection of hotels in La Plata, ordered approximately from lower to higher rates. Several options are located within walking distance of Plaza Moreno and the Cathedral.

Amau Hotel

From approx. US$65–70 / night

Calle 51 between 8 and 9 · UNLP hotel · Modern facilities · Located in the city centre and gastronomic district.

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San Marco Hotel

From approx. US$52 / night

Calle 54 Nº 523 · Central location · Breakfast buffet · Pet-friendly.

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Hotel Benevento

From approx. US$59–62 / night

Calle 2 Nº 645 · Three-star hotel · Central location · Close to the bus terminal.

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Hotel del Sol

From approx. US$65 / night

Calle 10 Nº 1061 · About 200 m from La Plata Cathedral · Bar and patio.

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Dazzler by Wyndham La Plata

From approx. US$71 / night

Calle 54 Nº 924 · Facing La Plata Cathedral · Excellent central location · Rooftop terrace.

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Howard Johnson La Plata

From approx. US$88 / night

Av. 44 Nº 3111 · Resort-style hotel · Outdoor and heated pools · Spa · Restaurant.

Official reservations

Please note: accommodation is not included in the workshop registration. Rates shown here are indicative and may vary according to availability and booking dates. Participants should make reservations directly with the hotel or booking platform.

Workshop venue

INIFTA

Instituto de Investigaciones Fisicoquímicas Teóricas y Aplicadas

Address
Diagonal 113 y 64, S/N
La Plata, Buenos Aires
Argentina

All PhotoLAT-EU Workshop 2026 activities will take place at INIFTA, including plenary and invited lectures, young researchers' presentations, poster sessions and round-table discussions.

Get directions INIFTA website

Organizing Committee

Gabriela Bosio
Manuel Llansola Portolés
Juan José Romero

Gabriela Bosio · Manuel Llansola Portolés · Juan José Romero

A joint initiative of INIFTA (CONICET–UNLP, Argentina) and I2BC (France).

Scientific contact: gbosio@inifta.unlp.edu.ar