September is shaping up to be an exciting month for the semiconductor and research communities. From quantum computing and superconductivity to advanced sensing, imaging, and silicon photonics, three major conferences will bring together the engineers, researchers, and innovators driving the next generation of technology.

FormFactor will be at each event, giving attendees a chance to see our latest measurement solutions and talk with our experts about the challenges they’re working to solve.

Applied Superconductivity Conference (ASC 2026)

September 6-11, 2026
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA

The Applied Superconductivity Conference (ASC) is one of the premier events for the global superconductivity community, bringing together experts advancing quantum computing, medical imaging, energy systems, and other cutting-edge technologies.

As quantum devices become more sophisticated, researchers need measurement equipment that can keep up.

One solution we’ll be highlighting is the Flatiron™ Dilution Refrigerator, HPD’s compact benchtop millikelvin platform designed for both optical and electrical measurements. Operating at temperatures as low as 30 mK, Flatiron’s horizontal architecture makes experiments easier to set up and provides better access to devices, so researchers can spend less time managing hardware and more time collecting data.

Flatiron supports applications including:

  • Quantum device characterization
  • Advanced materials research
  • Quantum sensors
  • Cryogenic detector development

If you’re working on quantum computing, cryogenic electronics, or low-temperature device research, stop by and chat with our team. We’d be happy to discuss the measurement solutions that can help move your research forward.

SPIE Sensors + Imaging 2026

September 14-17, 2026
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

SPIE Sensors + Imaging is Europe’s leading conference for sensor technologies, photonics, and advanced imaging. The event attracts researchers and engineers working across environmental monitoring, defense, security, medical imaging, and other emerging applications.

As sensor technologies continue to advance, accurate device characterization remains a critical part of the development process. Engineers also need measurement platforms they can trust to deliver consistent, repeatable results across a wide range of testing conditions.

At SPIE, FormFactor will feature the PAC200-auto, our fully automated cryogenic probe station for wafers and substrates up to 200 mm. Designed for both research laboratories and industrial environments, the system supports high-vacuum cryogenic testing while enabling:

  • DC and RF measurements
  • Optical instrumentation integration
  • Semiconductor, compound semiconductor, and superconducting device characterization

Whether you’re developing next-generation sensors or advancing imaging technologies, we’d love to hear about your work and discuss how FormFactor can help.

ECOC 2026

September 20-24, 2026
Málaga, Spain

As Europe’s largest optical communications conference, ECOC brings together the companies and researchers shaping the future of high-speed networking and photonic technologies.

With AI infrastructure driving demand for faster, more efficient optical interconnects, silicon photonics is rapidly moving from research labs into high-volume manufacturing. As production scales, accurate and repeatable testing becomes increasingly important.

At ECOC, we’ll be showcasing TRITON™, the industry’s first production-ready silicon photonics test cell. Developed through a collaboration between FormFactor, Advantest, and TEL, TRITON combines automated optical alignment with highly repeatable electro-optical measurements, making it easier for manufacturers to move from research and development into high-volume production.

Our team will be available throughout the event to discuss:

  • Silicon photonics characterization
  • Automated optical testing
  • Production-scale measurement strategies
  • High-volume manufacturing readiness

If you’re working on the next generation of optical communications, we’d love to hear about your challenges and explore how FormFactor can help.

We Hope to See You There

Each of these conferences brings together the people developing technologies that will shape the future of computing, communications, sensing, and scientific research.

Whether you’re advancing quantum devices, developing new sensing technologies, or preparing silicon photonics for production, FormFactor is committed to helping you achieve accurate, reliable measurements every step of the way.

If you’ll be attending ASC 2026, SPIE Sensors + Imaging, or ECOC 2026, stop by and introduce yourself. We look forward to learning about your latest projects, answering your questions, and discussing how our solutions can support your work.