Single-Photon Detection

Imaging the Unseen Workshop

Prague

22. 5. 2023

Experience the Photon Counting

An almost 40-Year journey from a CERN dream to modern applications in Medical Imaging, Space Industry, Material Analysis & Non-Destructive Testing. Join us in Prague for an insightful workshop featuring pioneers who've shaped this incredible story. Explore the scientific advances and learn about the breakthrough real-world applications that are transforming the field right now. Don't miss the unique opportunity to discuss all the future directions.

Single-Photon Detection Workshop harmonogram

22.5. official program, 9:30 - 17:00

Background & Pioneers

Time	Topic	Presenter
9:30 - 10:00	Arrivals / Welcome	J. Jakůbek/ J. Sohar, Advacam
10:00 - 10:30	The silicon age: semiconductor imagers reveal the world	E. Heijne, CERN
10:30 - 10:50	The Medipix Collaborations and the associated pixel detector readout chips	M. Campbell, CERN
10:50 - 11:10	Coffee break
11:10 -11:30	A look back at Prague's 25-year fruitful partnership with Medipix collaborations	S. Pospíšil, IEAP CTU in Prague
11:30 - 11:50	Pixel Detectors in Space	A. Owens, ESA
11:50 - 12:20	Discussion

Applications & Future

Time	Topic	Presenter
13:30 - 13:50	Timepix for Exploration: ISS to Artemis and Beyond	N. Stoffle, NASA
13:50 - 14:10	Timepix detectors in ion beam radiotherapy: from first clusters to a clinical study	M. Martišíková, DKFZ
14:10 - 14:30	Mineral sorting possibilities using X-ray photon counting imaging	Andrzej Czechowski, Comex
14:30 - 14:50	Coffee break
14:50 - 15:10	The Power of Advanced Robotic Imaging	J. Uher, Radalytica
15:10 - 15:30	Timepix in particle and nuclear phyiscs – from big machines and tabletop experiments	B. Bergmann, IEAP CTU in Prague
15:30 - 15:50	MiniPIX EDU: Great Changes by a Tiny Tool	D. Parcerisas, CERN
15:50 - 16:30	Discussion

22.5. informal evening event and dinner, 19:00 - 23:00

Anniversary Celebration

We are excited to announce that this year's Photon Counting Workshop in Prague is not only a celebration of the incredible journey of photon counting technology but also a milestone event for Advacam, a leading innovator in the field. As we commemorate Advacam's 10th anniversary, we would like to extend a warm invitation to all workshop participants for a memorable evening party in the vibrant Prague city center.

The evening program, which includes dinner and drinks, will start at 19:00 at Atelier Petřín Café & Bistro located at the top of Petřín Hill.

23.5. explore the city

Sightseeing Tours

Would you like to explore Prague old town? Join us at the Sightseeing tour on Tuesday 23rd.

You can choose from 3 route options:

1/ Strahov Monastery, Prague Castle, Lesser Town, Charles Bridge

Start: Strahov Monastery ( around 10 A.M. )

Finish: Charles Bridge ( noon )

(120 minutes)

2/ Old Town, Clementinum, Old Town Square, Estates Theatre, Wenceslas Square

Start: Charles Bridge ( around 10 A.M. )

Finish: Wenceslas Square ( noon )

(120 minutes)

3/ Car trip: Lesser Town - the Lennon Wall - Hradčanské Square - Pařížská street - Old Town Square - Jewish Quarter.

Start: Újezd ( around 10 A.M. )

Finish: Újezd, or wherever you want ( around 11 A.M. )

(60 minutes)

The exact itinerary will be added.

Location of Single-Photon Detection Workshop & Anniversary Celebration

The workshop's official program, as well as the evening anniversary celebration, takes place at the Atelier Petřín Café & Bistro on top of Petřín Hill. This calm, green location offers beautiful panoramic views of the entire city and is situated right next to the "Prague's Eiffel Tower", known as Petřínská rozhledna.

Date: May 22nd, 2023

Time: The workshop's official program starts at 9:30

Adress: Petřínské sady 633, 118 00 Praha 1

Website: https://atelierpetrin.cz/

The evening Celebration, which includes dinner and drinks, will start at 19:00 at the same Atelier Petřín Café & Bistro located at the top of Petřín Hill.