FAQ

A total of 100 students will be selected: 50 from Brazil and 50 from other countries. Selected participants will receive financial support from the São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP), including accommodation, meals, daily allowances, and travel insurance for those coming from outside Brazil.

The São Paulo School of Advanced Science on Nonlinear and Quantum Photonics (SPSAS-NQP) is intended for master’s and doctoral students, as well as early-career researchers, from Brazilian and international institutions whose work relates to nonlinear and quantum optics, optomechanics, and integrated photonics. Applicants from diverse backgrounds—such as physics, engineering, applied sciences, chemistry, and related fields—are welcome, provided their interests align with the school’s main topics.

All major expenses — including round-trip travel (air or ground), accommodation, meals, daily allowances, local transportation during the school, and travel insurance (for international participants) — will be fully covered by the SPSAS-NQP, with funding from FAPESP.

Yes. The official language of the SPSAS on Nonlinear and Quantum Photonics is English. Therefore, participants are expected to have sufficient proficiency to fully engage in lectures, discussions, and all school activities.

Yes. Participants are expected to purchase their own economy-basic-class tickets. Reimbursement will be provided up to a maximum of USD1,100.00, converted to Brazilian reais based on the exchange rate on the purchase date.

If your ticket exceeds this amount or you have special circumstances, please contact the school organizers in advance to discuss possible arrangements.

Reimbursement is conditional upon attendance at the school; participants who do not attend will not be reimbursed.

Yes. Participants must submit boarding passes for both outbound and return travel. Arrival boarding passes must be presented upon check-in, and return passes must be submitted electronically within two business days after returning home. Certificates will only be issued upon compliance with this requirement.

Yes. Participants should inform the organizers in advance of any dietary, cultural, or religious restrictions. The organizing team will make every effort to accommodate these needs.

Obtaining a visa, when required, is the sole responsibility of the participant, including any associated costs (fees, documentation, appointments, and travel). Selected participants will receive an official invitation letter that can be used to support their visa application.

In cases where air travel is not required or not feasible, the organizing committee will contact participants to arrange appropriate alternative transportation.

Participants are expected to arrive one day before (15th November) the start of the school and depart on the final day of the program (27th November). Extensions beyond the official dates are not permitted under the provided funding.

Accommodation will be arranged by the organizers at designated facilities. Participants will be required to stay at the official venue, and rooms will typically be shared by two to three participants.

The school will provide three meals per day (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). Additional expenses, such as snacks, beverages, or meals outside the official arrangements (including weekends), will not be covered.

Yes. Full attendance is required for all academic activities. Participation will be monitored, and absences are not permitted.

Yes. All participants are required to present their research in a poster session. Detailed guidelines and templates will be provided in advance.

A total of 100 participants will be selected, equally divided between Brazilian and international students. 

Brazilian nationals affiliated with institutions abroad will be considered international participants.

Foreign nationals affiliated with Brazilian institutions will be considered Brazilian participants.