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NEWRAD 2029 - 17th International Conference on New Developments and Applications in Optical Radiometry

The 17th International Conference on New Developments and Applications in Optical Radiometry (NEWRAD) will be hosted on the NIST campus in Gaithersburg, Maryland, September 10 to 13, 2029.

The conference will continue the NEWRAD tradition of outstanding presentations and lively discussions in an immersive workshop atmosphere. We anticipate exciting presentations about the most recent activities and advancements across the field – covering classical detector- and source-based radiometry, quantum optic technologies, terrestrial and space-based remote sensing applications, material properties and standards, and emerging applications.

Our conference program will encourage engaging discussions during sessions and breaks, providing excellent opportunities for informal networking and collaboration. Located just a 30-minute Metro ride from the heart of Washington, DC, the conference location offers easy access to the U.S. capital and its iconic landmarks and is conveniently accessible from three major area airports.

We are looking forward to hosting you at NEWRAD 2029!

Contact: newrad2029 [at] nist.gov (newrad2029[at]nist[dot]gov)


Local Organizing Committee

Solomon Woods, Chair

Heather Hill, Program Coordinator

Rebecca Dally, Administrative Officer

Thomas Gerrits, Information Officer

Security Instructions

Visitor Access Requirement:

  • For Non-US Citizens: Please have your valid/non-expired passport for photo identification.*
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  • For US Citizens: Please have your valid/non-expired state-issued driver's license. NIST will only accept a REAL ID-compliant form of identification. Visitors with state-issued identification must now present a REAL ID or a different form of government-issued photo identification, such as: a valid/non-expired passport, passport card, DOD's Common Access Card (CAC), Veterans ID, Federal Agency HSPD-12 IDs, and Military Dependents ID.*

*Use of apps, physical photocopies, and/or digital screenshots of your ID, Passport or Green card will not be accepted. 

Failure to show proper valid and compliant/non-expired photo identification upon check-in will result in denied entry into the facility.

For more information please visit our Campus Access and Security page.

Created October 22, 2026, Updated November 6, 2026
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