Welcome to the RUB SPIE Student Chapter, proudly affiliated with SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics. As students of Ruhr-Universität Bochum, we are united by our passion for the transformative potential of optics and photonics. Our mission is to encourage knowledge exchange, promote professional development, and provide networking opportunities for aspiring scientists and engineers within this dynamic field. To facilitate this, we give invited talks, organize events, and participate in outreach activities. Explore our webpage to learn more about our activities and join us in embracing SPIE's innovative spirit.