Organizing Committee
Prof. Dana York, Conference President, USA
CEO Medical European Laser Academy EMLA INC 501(c)3
Prof. Dana York, Conference President, USA
CEO Medical European Laser Academy EMLA INC 501(c)3
Professor Dana York Ph.D. degree preceded by a Master of Science awarded in Biophysics and Cellular Technology. She learned Gene Therapy at Paul Sabatier University, France. Professor York served on the Board of Editors of the International Phototherapy Association in Japan and she is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine. She conducted clinical research trials, converting theoretical speculation into delivered, evidence-based photo bio modulation treatments and devices. She presented her findings both as an author in peer-review journals and as a lecturer at many Scientific conferences throughout the world. awarded the prize for Best Research Paper at the Laser Florence Conference in 2002 and 2015 of the International Academy of Laser Medicine and Surgery. Today, as President of the European Medical and Agape Foundation's Ambassadeur for Survivors of Gender Based Violence she enjoys the United Nations recognition of the efforts made for philanthropy. Prof York started to be part of the study group for Artificial Intelligence Medical Data Science and Robotics of the New European Surgery Academy.
Dr. Veronique Petit
France
Prof. Stefan Andersson Engels
University College Cork, Ireland
Prof. Stefan Andersson Engels
University College Cork, Ireland
Stefan Andersson-Engels (born 1960) is a Swedish biophysicist specializing in the field of biophotonics. He is professor at University College Cork and the deputy director of the Irish Photonics Integration Center (IPIC) within the Science Foundation Ireland. Before joining University College Cork, he was Professor of Biomedical Engineering at Lund University. He has co-founded 3 biophotonics companies Spectracure,[2] Lumito,[3] BioPixS.[4] He also co-founded biannual biophotonics summer school.[5]
Andersson-Engels is actively engaged in translational research, by working closely with clinicians and patients to explore and validate possible clinical application of biophotonics tools. He is considered a pioneer in biophotonics for his continuous development of advanced technologies like Photodynamic therapy, time domain diffuse optical spectroscopy, Upconverting nanoparticles for multi-modal and diffuse optical imaging. He won Erna Eblings Prize for the use of laser spectroscopy for the diagnosis of pathological tissue conditions and his development of methods for the treatment of skin tumors with photodynamic therapy[6]
Prof. Rene Jean Bensadoun
Pasteur Institute, France
Prof. Rene Jean Bensadoun
Pasteur Institute, France
Professor René-Jean Bensadoun headed the CHE High Energy Center in Nice, which is the only radiotherapy department in the private sector of the Nice metropolitan area.
He has been a consultant since the beginning of July 2024, making way for the young team, due to (active) retirement!
This department offers a comprehensive technical platform including the latest radiation modalities such as Intensity Modulation, Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT), intra- and extracranial stereotaxy, and radiosurgery.
Professor Jyuhn Ke, Honorary President
Taiwan
Dr. Madady Si
LIONS CLUB, USA
Nena Smith
LIONS CLUB, USA
Prof. Andreas H. Hielscher
New York University, USA
Prof. Andreas H. Hielscher
New York University, USA
Professor Hielscher leads the recently established Department of Biomedical Engineering and directs research in his Clinical Biophotonics Laboratory (CBL). The mission of the CBL is to establish optical tomography as a viable biomedical imaging modality and transfer this technology into clinical practice. The goal is to develop a
patient-centered approach that addresses all aspects of modern precision medicine in state-of-the-art healthcare. To this end, Prof. Hielscher's team is developing cutting-edge imaging hardware and software that provide 3-dimensional distributions of physiologically relevant parameters such as oxygen saturation or total hemoglobin concentrations and more. This includes the design of wearable devices that allow continuous patient monitoring. The CBL is currently applying this emerging technology in various clinical and preclinical studies that focus on the diagnosis and monitoring breast cancer, arthritis, peripheral artery disease (PAD), and diabetic foot syndrome (DFS). Furthermore, techniques are being developed for real-time monitoring of brain activities.
Dr. Yvonne Maratos
France
Jwala. Kiran Kumar, CEO HK CONFERENCES
EMLA 2026 Conference Organizer
Mamidi. Venkata Kavya
EMLA 2026 Conference Organizer
Prof. Francesco Iarlori
AI Transformation Strategist, Italy
Prof. Francesco Iarlori
AI Transformation Strategist, Italy
Prof. Francesco Iarlori is a visionary and facilitator who has been at the forefront of driving digital transformation in organizations since the 1990s, leveraging extensive technological expertise. With nearly 30 years of global experience in sales, strategic planning, and business
development, spanning various industries including major players in the global information technology, finance, media, and mobile operator sectors. Constantly driven by a passion for learning and sharing knowledge, always willing to adapt and educate. A skilled organizer and
team player, renowned for identifying and capitalizing on emerging business opportunities. Possesses in-depth knowledge of potential new products and services, both from a business and technological perspective. Excels as an empathetic storyteller, captivating audiences in keynote speeches and academic institutions, instilling a hunger for knowledge that resonates with the essence of our world and its continual improvement. A visionary who constantly seeks metaphors and paradigms, exploring the depths of our existence. Passionate about the practical applications of science in our everyday lives, with a keen interest in music, arts, painting, and various forms of human expression. Offers valuable advisory services to investors and multinational companies venturing into new geographic markets, including Europe, the USA, and Africa. Actively collaborates with the United Nations in efforts to uplift developing countries. Additionally, holds roles as an independent journalist, soughtafter keynote speaker at international events, columnist, and esteemed university lecturer.
Prof. Michael Stark
President of the New European Surgical Academy, USA
Prof. Chang
Taiwan
Dr. Lewis Clayman
USA
Juliana Cools
NYU