FRUIT LOGISTICA covers every single sector of the fresh produce business and provides a complete picture of the latest innovations, products and se... More »

The trade show Fastener Fair Italy - Exhibition for Fastener and Fixing Technology is hosted at Milan, Italy. The tradeshow's frequency is open.

To demonstrate the latest achievements and promote the progress of automotive technology

wire China 2016 - The 7th All China International Wire & Cable Industry Trade Fair Taking ten years to sharpen a sword ! wire China,

The world's largest annual quilt show, sale, and quiltmaking academy.

The Singapore International Water Week (SIWW) is the global platform to share and co-create innovative water solutions. The biennial event gathers ... More »

In Tokyo, Japan, the trade show JITAC EUROPEAN TEXTILE FAIR - European Textile Fair is held. The trade show's frequency is twice a year.

The All China Leather Exhibition is generally accepted as the premier event for international companies seeking opportunities in China’s huge and... More »

Chengdu International Travel Expo (CITE) is the first mega-scale tourism exhibition in western China, with the first edition in 2012

The trade show SNEC PV Power Expo - International Photovoltaic Power Generation Conference and Exhibition takes place in Shanghai,

The trade show PackPlus South - The Total Packaging, Processing and Supply Chain Event is hosted at Hyderabad, India. The tradeshow's frequency is ... More »

ACREX India is South Asia's largest exhibition on Air Conditioning, Ventilation, Refrigeration & Building Services.

Sourcing at Magic is a 3 day event being held from 16th February to the 18th February 2016 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, United ... More »

The World Cities Summit 2016 will explore how cities can better govern and build up resilience through policy, technology and social innovations. W... More »

The tradeshow TIM Expo Shanghai - China (Shanghai) International Thermal Insulation Material and Energy-saving Technology Expo

The trade show Indaba - South African Tourism Market is hosted at Durban, South Africa. The tradeshow's frequency is annual.

China is in the industrialization, urbanization and the rapid development of new rural construction period of history

Hellenic Organization of International Trade Fairs, Exhibitions Congresses and Events

Source Africa will take place for the third time in Cape Town this year. It is the most important annual pan-African textile, clothing and footwear... More »

The trade show LogiMAT China - International Trade Fair for Distribution, Materials Handling and Information Flow takes place in Nanjing, China, PR... More »

The trade show VICENZAORO September - International Exhibition of Gold, Jewelry, Silverware, Watches and Gemstones takes place in Vicenza, Italy. T... More »

In Verona, Italy, the trade show Veronafil - Philatelic, Numismatics and Phonecards Exhibition is held. The trade show's frequency is twice a year.

World Elevator & Escalator Expo 2016 (WEE Expo 2016), organized by China Elevator Association (CEA), is to be held at National (Shanghai) Center fo... More »

The trade show Tecno&Food - Professional Exhibition for Catering, Hotels, Restaurants, Cafés and Communities takes place in Padua, Italy. The freq... More »

Shanghai UBM Showstar Exhibition Co Ltd is a joint venture company formed in 2011 between Shanghai ShowStar Exhibition Service Co., Ltd. and UBM As... More »

BABYWELT - Deutschlands große Messe rund um Ihr Kind in Hamburg, NEU in Dresden, Essen, NEU in Frankfurt, München, Berlin und Stuttgart

The trade show LED+LIGHT ASIA - Singapore International LED/OLED Lighting Fair takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show... More »

China's premier trade exhibition for Processing and packaging technologies

Welcome to the International Housewares Association Fan Page. Access the latest information and news on the International Home + Housewares Show.

The 16th Xinjiang International Agricultural Fair was successfully held on August 8th-10th 2016, at China Xinjiang International Exhibition Center.... More »

FLORMART IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INTERNATIONAL GARDENING EXHIBITION IN ITALY, REPRESENTING AND BRINGING TOGETHER THE ENTIRE NURSERY GARDENING PRODUCT... More »

The International Dairy Cattle Show is the most important European exhibition in the dairy industry, and it is certainly one of the major events of... More »

The India International Home Textiles Exhibition 2016 (HOMTEX), now into its fourth year, will ride on the crest of a reviving economy that will fu... More »

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show JJF - Japan Jewellery Fair are: Gold, silver, platinum, pearl and stone jewelleries, gem stones, semi-f... More »

FeuerTRUTZ is Germany’s first trade fair and congress that combines solutions for building, equipment and organizational fire protection.

The Rocket League refers to vehicular soccer like the video game. The rocket-powered car is normally controlled by to hit the ball which appears to... More »

The Auto Expo is a biennial automotive show held in New Delhi, India. It is Asia's largest and the world's second-largest motor show.

13th International Flower Expo Tokyo (IFEX)The trade show is hosted and organised by the trade show organizers Japan Floral Marketing Association (... More »

Pubblicato il Programma del 59° Congresso degli Amici di Brugg, che si svolgerà a Milano, Marriott Hotel dal 7 al 9 aprile 2016.

Welcome to OS+H Asia 2016! Asia's leading and most dynamic exhibition for everyone involved in workplace safety and health

The show of Fashion-Manufacturing Specialists

The 6th edition of BuildTech Asia is the region’s leading trade show for the building and construction industry that addresses the challenges of ... More »

The trade show SIEW - Singapore International Energy Week takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show is annual. SIEW is h... More »

The trade show no frills - Travel Technology Expo takes place in Bergamo, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

The CeBIT Facebook page primarily focuses on the latest trends and most innovative startups in IT.

The trade show MCE Asia - Mostra Convegno Expocomfort Asia - The Platform for Energy-Efficient Cooling, Water, Energy and Heating Solutions in the ... More »

Since 1997 Unione Italiana Vini with the brand ENOVITIS has been organizing events dedicated to the field of wine- and olive-growing products, equi... More »

India’s largest International Exhibition on baby products across Toys, Apparels, Maternity and Baby Care, Baby food.

The Alternative Fuels World Fair & Conferences will take place on May 25-28, 2016 in Bologna, Italy at the Bologna Fiere. The event provides an ex... More »

The trade show CosmoBike Show - International Bicycle Trade Fair takes place in Verona, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

The trade show BJ - BioJapan - World Business Forum is held in Yokohama, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

Awareness of food safety is at an all-time high in Japan following a spate of high-profile incidents that have shaken consumer confidence in the qu... More »

Pharmexpo Pharmaceutical Industry Trade Fair 2016

The trade show Decorex Cape Town - South Africa's Premier Décor, Design and Lifestyle Expo takes place in Cape Town, South Africa. The frequency o... More »

As the leading trade show for prefabricated and modular houses industry in Asia, PMMHF is thought highly by industrial insiders. Visitor from all ... More »

The trade show ROMICS - Comics and Animation Festival takes place in Rome, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is twice a year.

M-Tech Osaka is Western Japan's largest exhibition gathering all kinds of mechanical parts such as bearings, fasteners, mechanical springs and meta... More »

Since 49 years, Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna is the leading 360° worldwide event for the professional beauty sector and an international platform f... More »

The trade show Asian Downstream Week - Conference and Exhibition for the Downstream Refining and Petrochemical Industries takes place in Singapore,... More »

The largest international automotive aftermarket trade show for the wider Middle East

Trade fair for trends and innovations in the hairdressing and cosmetics industry

Packers and Movers Gurgaon Provide Reliable, Safe and Certified Service Provider list, Get Free ***Best Price Quotaition and Compare Charges. ???Ha... More »

COMOCREA founded in 1990 aims at encouraging the export of textile designs by its member - studios. Comocrea brings out the prestige of this sector... More »

The trade show INTER AIRPORT CHINA - International Exhibition for Airport Equipment, Technology and Services takes place in Beijing, China, PR. The... More »

India's most focused event for the window, door and façade Industry.Next edition takes place in Mumbai, 25th-27th February, 2016

Die Internationale Pflanzenmesse (IPM ESSEN) ist die Weltleitmesse des Gartenbaus

The Las Vegas Antique Jewelry & Watch Show is the largest trade only event serving the antique and estate jewelry and watch industry.

Following a successful debut in 2014, OGmTech2016 returns as a strategic platform for technology providers to showcase cutting-edge manufacturing s... More »

The trade show Coffeexpo - China (Guangzhou) International Coffee Industry Expo is hosted at Guangzhou, China, PR. The tradeshow's frequency is ann... More »

The belektro trade show is a proven industry platform for new product launches.BELEKTRO 2016, The Fair for Electrical Engineering, Electronics and ... More »

The trade show RubberTech China - International Exhibition on Rubber Technology takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show... More »

Internationale Fachmesse Weine und Spirituosen / International Trade Fair Wines and Spirits

World Show for Vintage, Classic and Prestige Automobiles, Motorsport, Motorcycles, Spare Parts, Restauration and World Club Meeting

Japan's first show for building & urban development industries Building material, housing equipment, HVAC products, building management service, I... More »

As the industry’s leading trade fair, TV TecStyle Visions offers, on a two-yearly basis, the perfect platform for topics such as textiles, promo... More »

Round seven for the unique exhibition for the golf scene in Munich: After the successful sixthperformance being attended by more than 9,800 visitor... More »

NEPCON is one of the longest standing electronics manufacturing events in Asia with over 20 years of history with strong support from leading gover... More »

The trade show EXPOSANITÀ - International Health Care and Assistance Exhibition takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is ... More »

Japan is the birthplace of the functional ingredients industry, with its long tradition of enhancing the health benefits of food products. This bud... More »

The trade show TIBF - Tokyo International Book Fair is hosted at Tokyo, Japan. The tradeshow's frequency is annual.

Yarn Expo is a leading sourcing platform to both exhibitors and visitors.

In Florence, Italy, the trade show Florence Tattoo Convention - International Exhibition for Art of Tattoo and Body Art is held. The trade show's f... More »

The trade show Fenestration China - International Exhibition on Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Wall Technology, Components and Prefabricated... More »

2016 Shenzhen International Internet of Things and Smart China Exhibition (IOTE), which is the largest and most comprehensive event for the whole i... More »

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The trade show XYLEXPO - Biennial World Exhibition for Woodworking Technology and Components for the Furniture Industry takes place in Milan, Italy... More »

Japan’s multimillion dollar retail bakery and confectionary market is thriving. Patisserie & Bakery Japan will be the place where exhibitors and ... More »

Discover the largest and most significant fine jewellery event in Singapore and the region After a third consecutive year of success, the Singapor... More »

The trade show ART FAIR TOKYO takes place in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual. ART FAIR TOKYO is held at the venue Tokyo Int... More »

The trade show Cafe Show China - China International Cafe Show takes place in Beijing, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is annual. Cafe S... More »

Malaysia’s central position in Asia makes it an ideal trading platform to draw the world’s Halal players in facilitating the sourcing and selli... More »

Automation Technology Expo West 2016 is International Industrial Control & Automation Technology Exhibition. Automation Technology Expo West 2016

The trade show EIMA INTERNATIONAL - International Agricultural Machinery Exhibition takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show ... More »

As China's No.1 "one-stop-shop" exhibition for powder and bulk solids, IPB focuses on the whole processing of particle, powder and bulk solids whic... More »

DMS Nagoya is a long awaited trade show for the manufacturing industry, specialising in IT and systems. It will be held in Nagoya area which is one... More »

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show Oishii Japan - Japanese Food and Beverage Exhibition are: Japanese food and drinks, noodle, food machin... More »

Seatec is the International Exhibition of Technology Subcontracting and Design for Boats, Yachts and Ships.

KITCHENWARE EXPO is Japan's only trade fair gathering all kinds of kitchenware such as cooking equipment, kitchen goods, kitchen electrical goods, ... More »

See, I can sense that not many of us know about it. So let me give you a glimpse of this. Guys, Charter.net is an American telecommunication compan... More »

The trade show Drink JAPAN - International Beverage & Liquid Food Development/Manufacturing Expo is hosted at Tokyo, Japan. The tradeshow's frequen... More »

Experience the whole world of travel at ITB Berlin – all in one location: Countries, cities and regions, tour operators, online booking portals a... More »

Die FISCH & ANGEL in den Westfalenhallen Dortmund präsentiert vom 9. bis 14. Februar 2016 alles rund um Fisch und Fang für Angelbegeisterte.

International Medical Instruments and Equipment Exhibition

The trade show Gauteng Outdoor Expo takes place in Johannesburg, South Africa. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

Optical Communications expo had won high concerns and support from telecommunications equipment suppliers, optical devices suppliers, system integr... More »

About We’re a family-owned fair that launched in 1985, the first to specifically unite the antiques and interior design trades. Today we hold... More »

The trade show CLOUD EXPO ASIA - Conference and Expo takes place in Singapore, Singapore. The frequency of the trade show is annual, with data cent... More »

The trade show Milano Moda Design - Fashion and Design Exhibition takes place in Milan, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

Cool Kids Fashion Shanghai, a premium exhibition space, is the fashion trade event focused on kids fashion in China

The trade show SAIE - International Building Exhibition takes place in Bologna, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual.

Cosmetologists Chicago protects, builds and drives the salon industry by monitoring and lobbying for professional licenses while providing advanced... More »

Ambiente. The Show. The world's most important consumer goods trade fair. In Frankfurt, Germany. 12-16.2.2016. #ambiente16

Music China – the leading fair for musical instruments in Asia

The trade show SBW Expo - International High-end Bottled Drinking Water Expo is hosted at Beijing, China, PR. The tradeshow's frequency is twice a ... More »

The trade show CIM - China Injection Moulding - China International Exhibition on Plastics and Rubber Injection Moulding Industry is hosted at Tian... More »

Over the years, Lines Exposition has a track record of staging successful trade and consumer exhibitions and it has seen Lines grow from strength t... More »

Prime Source Forum (PSF) does not limit to the sourcing aspect of the supply chain only but sources of information of the fashion industry

The trade show Busworld CHINA - Beijing - International Trade Fair for the Bus Industry takes place in Beijing, China, PR.

The trade show PLASTIC Osaka - Highly-Functional Plastic Expo Osaka is hosted at Osaka, Japan. The tradeshow's frequency is annual, within highly-f... More »

Olympia International Art & Antiques Fair is the UK’s largest and most established art and antiques fair, taking place annually in June at London... More »

the trade show CITCF - China International Tourism Commodities Fair is held. The trade show's frequency is annual.

Riding on the steady growth in the global wind power industry, W-Power (formerly known as CWEE) has gained traction in the trade.

A new formula for Prowinter! The trade show has widened its horizons and becomes the "International trade show for rental, equipment and technology... More »

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show ISPO BEIJING - Asia's Leading Sports Business Platform in the Winter Cycle are: MULTI-SEGMENT SPORTS TR... More »

The trade show LiberBerlin - International Antiquarian Book and Print Fair takes place in Berlin, Germany.

In Singapore, Singapore, the trade show e-Commerce Show Asia - Exhibition is held. The trade show's frequency is annual, co-located with cards & pa... More »

PALMâ„¢ Expo is India’s foremost and undisputed and internationally reputed exposition for the pro audio, lighting, live sound, install sound, mu... More »

N-EXPO (New Environment Exposition) will take filelds not only 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycling) but also Resource Recovery/Recycling, Controll & Impr... More »

Motor and Magnetic Expo - Shenzhen (China) International Small Motor, Electric Machinery and Magnetic Materials Exhibition.

The main exhibit sectors of the trade show BEX - Build Eco Xpo Asia - The Leading Green Building Exhibition in Southeast Asia are: Concrete & Stru... More »

Intersolar - The World’s Leading Exhibition Series for the Solar Industry

TrendSet is the largest and most important exhibition of its kind in the southern German-speaking area and an absolute must-be-there for the industry

The World Paper Forum and ITEI have collaborated with “Grow-trees.com” and initiated the first Unique Plantation Programme for Paper Manufactur... More »

The trade show BroadcastAsia - International Digital Multimedia & Entertainment Technology Exhibition & Conference takes place in Singapore, Singap... More »

The trade show BIOtech Japan - International Bio Technology Exhibition & Conference is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is ann... More »

AAPEX represents the $395 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket. More than 106,000 professionals from around the globe participate in Automotive... More »

China Yiwu International Forest Products Fair (Forest Fair for short), hosted by the State Forestry Administration and the People's Government of Z... More »

Vibrant expositions connecting home, decor, reno and garden enthusiasts . The National Home Show, The Toronto Fall Home Show and The GTA Home & Ren... More »

The Supreme Women & Men in Munich is the mode order platform, when it comes to the most directional trends, and this is traditionally about two wee... More »

The trade show Compotec - International Composites and Related Technologies Exhibition is hosted at Marina di Carrara, Italy. The tradeshow's frequ... More »

HOLZ-HANDWERK 2016 in Nuremberg, the European Trade Fair for Machine Technology, Equipment and Supplies for the Wood Craft, focuses on processing a... More »

The most important All Asian Sourcing Shows for the gift, premiums, houseware and toy industries, open to trade buyers only.

The 40th JAPAN HOBBY SHOW 2016

Aquatech China 2016 will take place at the newly built National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai). The event will bring together the worl... More »

Welcome to MAGIC, the global pillar of fashion tradeshows. Twice annually, 60,000+ industry insiders meet in Las Vegas

The trade show China Hi-Tech Fair - China Hi-Tech Fair Photo-electronics & FPD Expo (FPD EXPO CHINA) is hosted at Shenzhen, China, PR. The tradesho... More »

Internationale Schuhschnäppchen vor Ihrer Haustür Europas größte Schuhbörse: AL BUNDY, das power flash outlet !!!

In Singapore, Singapore, the trade show Affordable Art Fair Singapore is held. The trade show's frequency is twice a year.

The trade show BARRIER FREE - International Trade Fair on Barrier Free Equipment and Rehabilitation takes place in Osaka, Japan.

Leitmesse des Internationalen Fruchthandels .The Leading Trade Fair for the International Fresh Produce

The trade show IJK - International Jewellery Kobe takes place in Kobe, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual. IJK is held at the venue K... More »

The trade show AUTOCHTONA - Autochthonal Wine Forum takes place in Bolzano, Italy. The frequency of the trade show is annual, with HOTEL.

The trade show IFIA JAPAN - International Food Ingredients and Additives Exhibition and Conference is held in Tokyo, Japan. The frequency of the tr... More »

At the International Motorcycle Exhibition in Munich-Freimann, IMOT, novelties for the upcoming bike season can be inspected

Enolitech is a vital tool for promotion and market opportunities. The exhibition is entirely dedicated to the wine and olive oil value chain: machi... More »

Interior Lifestyle Tokyo is an international trade fair for Tokyo to propose lifestyle concepts in interior design markets from around the world.

31st AAHAR The largest fair on Food & Hospitality Sector in India

Global Sources connects professional buyers worldwide with verified suppliers in China & Asia via Online (www.globalsources.com), Magazines, Trade ... More »

The common thread running throughout MCE 2016 is Global Comfort Technology, a global event, to be considered as a whole, that ties in with the four... More »

The trade show CDS - China Dental Show takes place in Shanghai, China, PR. The frequency of the trade show is annual. CDS is held at the venue Nati... More »

The Singapore Gifts Show is Singapore’s dedicated gift trade event showcasing top gifts, premiums, lifestyle products and services in the regiona... More »

In Johannesburg, South Africa, the trade show IOTAS - Internet of Things Africa Summit - Exhibition and Conference is held. The trade show's freque... More »

China•Guzhen International Lighting Fair relies on " Lighting Capital of China" and integrates the advantage in resources from lighting industry.

The annual Starch Expo is the only professional starch trade fair in Asia. It was launched in 2006 and has grown with the development of the starch... More »

The trade show GARDEX - International Garden Expo Tokyo is held in Chiba, Japan. The frequency of the trade show is annual, with several trade fairs

India is one of the fastest evolving economies in the world. With a current population of 1.2 billion, it will have the 3rd largest gross domestic ... More »

The ever-popular Markex show has been completely revamped and will evolve from 2016, with a targeted promotional product event aimed specifically a... More »

Taking place every second year, OSEA is Asia’s best known Oil & Gas event. The 21st edition is from 29 November – 2 December 2016 in Marina Bay... More »

6th International Hardware & Tools Expo Tokyo (TOOL JAPAN) organising 123 industry trade exhibitions each year across a wide sphere of industries

INDIA - World's 2nd Largest Market With over 300 million population of middle and higher income group against nearly 1.2 billion population, Indi... More »

Beauty & Personal Care Trade Shows in Ireland (Europe) (skin, cosmetics, cosmetician, aesthetics, beautician, manicurist, hair, hairdressing, h... More »

The HKTDC’s mission is to create opportunities for Hong Kong companies. We focus on delivering value by promoting trade in goods and services, wh... More »

miart is a fair in which modern and contemporary art communicate constant references with explicit echoes; it affords a situation to grasp links be... More »

InPrint is the exhibition for industrial print technology. This event is the only show exclusively designed for this emerging and highly promising ... More »

IFA is a meeting place for global manufacturers and retailers. The trade show offers Suning an excellent platform for market research and networkin... More »

As one of the most influential B2B fairs focusing on outbound travel, inbound travel and M.I.C.E., GITF receives wide attention among the tourism i... More »

The trade show Expo Riva Caccia Pesca Ambiente - International Hunting, Fishing and Environmental Exhibition is hosted at Riva del Garda, Italy. Th... More »

From May 11-13, 2016 CIMPS will again build a bridge between the Chinese shipbuilding industry and international equipment suppliers.

Construction machinery trade shows Organizing trade shows for the international construction machinery sector is a core competence of Messe München.

bautec 2016 is expected to attract over 40,000 international trade visitors and private investors interested in building and modernization.

Indian Exhibitions, Conferences & Events Services Association (IESA) is the apex organization working towards the development of the sector.

Intertraffic - connecting businesses and traffic professionals worldwide

The trade show METAL Osaka - Highly-Functional Metal Expo Osaka is hosted at Osaka, Japan. The tradeshow's frequency is annual, within highly-funct... More »

The trade show ANUFOOD China - powered by anuga - International Trade Fair For Food Retail and Hospitality in Northern.

Reed Gift Fairs is Australia’s premier trading platform for buyers and sellers in the gift and homewares industry.

The Interpharm is a unique combination of a highly specialized scientific congress with an accompanying exhibition and integrated pharmaceutical in... More »

Cremona Fairs is in the centre of the Padana Plain, one of the most important commercial and economic locations for the major European and Italian ... More »

In the spring of 2016, the magic city of Shanghai will once again warmly welcome colleagues home and abroad in the field of ophthalmology and optom... More »

The Cologne Art Book Fair öffnet ihre Türen in diesem Sommer – ein Muss für alle, die Künstlerbücher lieben. Der Eintritt ist frei.

Vinitaly,Italy International Wine and Spirits Exhibition 2016

HOMI MAKER DESIGN AWARD is an initiative of HOMI in association with Artex, Centre for Artistic and Traditional Handicrafts of Tuscany and under th... More »

DESIGN TOKYO is Japan’s leading trade fair for “marketable” design products. Only the products which passed the screening by designers and st... More »

As a pillar show under the China International Industry Fair (CIIF), Information and Communication Technology Show (ICTS) focus on gathering and sh... More »

The trade show PHARCON Japan - International Pharmaceutical and Diagnostics R&D Exhibition & Conference is hosted at Tokyo, Japan. The tradeshow's ... More »

GIFTEX is Japan's leading trade fair for all kinds of gift items, and consists of 7 specialised shows for general gift items, cutting-edge design p... More »

The trade show Oil & Gas World Expo - International Exhibition and Conferences is hosted at Mumbai, India. The tradeshow's frequency is biennial, w... More »

The Nightclub & Bar Show is the only industry event for bar & nightlife professionals

Diemould India International Exhibition the most popular mould & die show in India showcasing capabilities of the industry

HotelAsia2016, the 20th International Exhibition of Hotel, Restaurant and Foodservice Equipment, Supplies and Services, will return to the Singapor... More »

SPIE is an international society advancing an interdisciplinary approach to the science and application of light