Silmo İstanbul Akademik 2025
Held throughout the four days of Silmo Istanbul Optical Fair from November 19 to 22, 2025, the Silmo Istanbul Akademik Program stood out with content addressing the evolving dynamics of the industry. During the program, topics such as future trend forecasts, artificial intelligence applications, digitalized production processes, sustainable business models, and changing consumer expectations were explored through a comprehensive and in-depth approach by expert speakers in their respective fields. Alongside up-to-date knowledge, Silmo Istanbul Akademik also offered participants strategic insights to support long-term decision-making.
Prepared with the contributions of expert speakers in their respective fields, the program strengthened the connection between academia and industry, while enabling theoretical knowledge to be aligned with accurate methodologies, current technologies, and practice-oriented approaches. Going beyond one-way communication, Silmo Istanbul Akademik offered a high-quality learning environment open to interaction, where participants were actively engaged in the process.
Presentations designed to provide students with a comprehensive perspective, supporting them in building their future professions on solid foundations, addressed the ethical, technical, and professional dimensions of the field through a holistic approach. At the same time, sessions developed for practicing opticians and industry professionals created an important knowledge-sharing platform that strengthened professional expertise through up-to-date information, best practice methods, and emerging technologies.
In its 2025 edition, which drew attention with increased international visitor participation and expanded content diversity, Silmo Istanbul Akademik brought together academics, specialists, and thought leaders who shape the industry, delivering a highly attended program. The strong interest shown in the seminars and the quality of the shared content once again demonstrated that Silmo Istanbul Akademik is an academic summit that elevates education, knowledge creation, and professional development within the optical industry to an advance.