
DNA Nanotechnology took place from May 7 – 9, 2026 at Leibniz IPHT/Jena.
Thanks to all participants for your commitment, for the interesting insights into their research, the discussions, and the professional exchange.

DNA represents a promising source for the realization of new and unique functional units and materials with novel properties, which will be the main theme for this meeting. Especially the emergence of novel DNA superstructures and their potential for new functionalities with unprecedented lateral as well as molecular resolution will be discussed, as well as approaches for integration and upscaling.
The DNA Nanotechnology Conference will take place from May 11–13, 2028. A pre-conference workshop will be held on May 11, and conference participants are cordially invited to attend the get-together. The scientific program will follow on May 12 and 13, featuring invited talks, short talks, and posters. You are cordially invited to actively participate in the program by submitting an abstract.
Further details will be provided in due course.
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On Thursday, May 12, all participants are cordially invited to gather for an evening get-together. The location will be announced in due course. On Friday evening, there will be a barbecue at the institute. Let's end the evening together in a pleasant atmosphere with good conversation.
Get-Together
We warmly invite you to a Get-Together on the first evening of the conference to the histrorical merket square of Jena. Del.Corazón is a unique concept store right in the heart of Jena’s Old Town. In addition to a selection of drinks, and light bites, Del Corazon also offers a modern, inviting atmosphere that’s perfect for getting together in a relaxed setting and enjoying the evening together.
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
Time: 18:30 hrs
Venue: Markt 2, 07743 Jena
Registration fees
Free of charge
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You are cordially invited to participate actively in the program, either with a short presentation or a poster contribution. All posters will be briefly presented in a poster pitch session, followed by the poster session in the exhibition. Abstracts can be submitted during the registration process.
For preparing your abstract, pelase use the conference abstract template.
The abstract submission deadine: March 15, 2028
At the Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology (Leibniz IPHT) in Jena, scientists use light to find solutions to questions and urgent problems in the fields of health, environment, medicine and safety. Under the motto “Photonics for Life”, they research light-based technologies that make our lives safer, healthier and cleaner. Especially in the field of optical health technologies, Leibniz IPHT, in cooperation with partners from research and industry, is specifically promoting translation: the transfer of research results into applicable solutions – from Ideas to Instruments. » Website

Leibniz IPHT, Albert-Einstein-Strasse 9, 07745 Jena, Germany

Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology
Head of Department Nanobiophotonics
wolfgang.fritzsche(a)ipht-jena.de
+49 (0)3641 206 304

Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology
Head of Work Group
Molecular Plasmonics
andrea.csaki(at)leibniz-ipht.de
+49 (0)3641 206 316

Leibniz Institute of Photonic Technology
Conference Management
katharina.szulc(at)leibniz-ipht.de
+49 (0)3641 206 035
Would you like to present your company, products and services at the conference?
Contact us for an individual arrangement of participation opportunities.
The premises of Leibniz IPHT offer ideal opportunities to accompany the conference with an exhibition stand. The event concept is very compact: during the breaks, catering will be provided directly in front of the conference room with standing and seating options in the spacious foyer.
For more information contact Katharina Szulc (Katharina.szulc@leibniz-ipht.de; +49 (0) 3641 206035).



A contingent of hotel rooms in two centrally located hotels is blocked for the participants of DNA Nanotechnology 2026. Please find the conditions below and book directly at the hotel naming the code “DNA 2026”.


Bachstraße 14
07743 Jena
Reception phone: +49 (0) 3641 7962171
Email : info@hotel-vielharmonie.de
Room/night – 75-98 EUR (depending on size)
breakfast – 15 EUR
The prices are incl. service and tax. Please name the keyword “DNA 2026” during the booking process.
The room contingent expires after January 15, 2026.
The minimum stay in this hotel is 2 nights. If you plan to arrive after 7:30 p.m., please inform the hotel.


Oberlauengasse 26
07743 Jena
Reception phone: 03641- 4703400
Email : hotel@eulensteins.de
Single room/night – 110 EUR
breakfast – 15 EUR
The prices are incl. service and tax. Please name the keyword “DNA 2026” during the booking process.
The room contingent expires after February 28, 2026.
Your room will be available from 2:00 p.m. on the day of arrival. If you plan to arrive after 8:00 p.m., please inform the hotel.
After confirmation, guests may cancel free of charge up to 7 days prior to arrival. In the event of cancellation within 7 days prior to arrival, the guest shall pay 50% of the total price; in the event of cancellation on the day of arrival, 95% of the total price shall be charged. In the event of a no-show, the guest shall be charged the total price of the booking.
Contact us for anything you want to know! We are happy to answer any question you have as quickly as possible.