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APS Division of Plasma Physics and Gaseous Electronic Conference 2026 Joint Meeting

Connect with plasma science researchers, engineers, and technical teams advancing fusion energy, semiconductor processing, diagnostics, computational plasma science, and low-temperature plasma technologies.

The APS Division of Plasma Physics (DPP) and Gaseous Electronics Conference (GEC) bring together leading researchers, engineers, and technologists advancing plasma science across fusion energy, plasma diagnostics, low-temperature plasmas, high-energy density physics, semiconductor processing, and computational plasma science. Through technical sessions, workshops, and collaborative discussions, the co-located meeting connects the community driving next-generation research and applications across energy, technology, manufacturing, and medicine.

Join us Nov. 1–6, 2026, at the Hilton Chicago in Chicago, Illinois.

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Why companies exhibit

Reach researchers, engineers, and technical teams across plasma science, including:

  • Fusion energy and high-energy density physics researchers
  • Plasma diagnostics and measurement specialists
  • Computational plasma modeling and simulation teams
  • Low-temperature plasma and semiconductor researchers
  • Graduate students, postdocs, faculty, and national lab researchers influencing future technology adoption and purchasing decisions

Who you'll meet at DPP and GEC

  • 70%

    Universities and research institutes

  • 15%

    National labs and government research centers

  • 40%

    Researchers in fusion, diagnostics, and applied plasma science

Contact us for audience profiles

Contact the APS Corporate Relations team for the full DPP and GEC 2025 audience profile and additional meeting information.

Who should exhibit?

Ideal for organizations seeking visibility with plasma science researchers and technical teams, including:

  • Fusion energy and plasma technology companies
  • Plasma diagnostics and measurement providers
  • Semiconductor and advanced manufacturing suppliers
  • Computational modeling and HPC platforms
  • Vacuum, cryogenic, and experimental infrastructure providers

Exhibitor benefits

Sharing your products, services, and brand at DPP and GEC gives you unparalleled access to the global plasma community and:

  • Exhibit space positioned in a high-traffic hall
  • Complimentary full conference registrations based on booth size
  • Recognition in the mobile app, website, and onsite signage
  • Lead retrieval and networking opportunities
  • Discounted hotel rates for exhibitors

New purchase process

APS has simplified the process for purchasing exhibit tables and a la carte sponsorships — now both can be completed in a single, streamlined transaction. Get a quick overview before you begin.

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Exhibit space options

Exhibit space options include two chairs, one six-foot table, one wastebasket, one posted company sign, and basic internet; all other services are additional.

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Single exhibit space

This option includes two full conference passes.

Cost

$2,200

Double exhibit space

This option includes four full conference passes.

Cost

$2,950

Triple exhibit space

This option includes six full conference passes.

Cost

$3,600

Sponsorship opportunities

Increase your organization's visibility through sponsorship packages, exclusive opportunities, and à la carte promotional offerings designed to enhance brand awareness, attendee engagement, and digital exposure before, during, and after the meeting. Sponsorship packages combine benefits such as exhibit participation, website and mobile app recognition, conference registrations, networking event sponsorships, digital advertising, and onsite branding opportunities. Package options, benefits, pricing, and availability are outlined below.

For additional information or to purchase a sponsorship package, contact the APS exhibits and sponsorships manager. Sponsorship packages are available exclusively through APS and cannot be purchased through the online store. À la carte sponsorships and promotional opportunities are available for online purchase.

DPP sponsorship package information

Why sponsor?

Connect with the scientists, engineers, and organizations advancing the future of plasma science, fusion energy, and enabling technologies.

Contact the APS Exhibit and Sponsorship Manager

Presenting sponsor

Receive the highest level of conference visibility with exclusive “Presented By” recognition, the largest logo placement across conference marketing channels, a premium double exhibit space, Welcome Reception, Poster Session, and Coffee Break sponsorship recognition, award naming rights, a 50,000-impression ad retargeting campaign, and prominent recognition throughout the meeting. Only one sponsorship is available.

COST

$21,000

Innovator sponsor

Increase your organization's visibility with premier logo placement across conference marketing channels, conference screen recognition, a single or double exhibit space, Poster Session and Coffee Break sponsorship recognition, and a 25,000-impression ad retargeting campaign. One sponsorship is available.

COST

$13,125

Advocate sponsor

Increase your organization's visibility with prominent logo placement across conference marketing channels, a single exhibit space, Poster Session and Coffee Break sponsorship recognition, and a 10,000-impression ad retargeting campaign. One sponsorship is available.

COST

$10,500

Supporting sponsor

Increase your organization's visibility with sponsor recognition across conference marketing channels, a single exhibit space, Poster Session and Coffee Break sponsorship recognition, and a 10,000-impression ad retargeting campaign. Four sponsorships are available.

COST

$5,250

GEC sponsorship package information

Why sponsor?

Connect with the researchers, engineers, and organizations advancing low-temperature plasmas, plasma processing, semiconductor technologies, and applied plasma science.

Contact the APS Exhibit and Sponsorship Manager

Premier sponsor

Receive the highest level of conference visibility with premium logo placement, a double exhibit space, 4 conference registrations, 4 banquet tickets, 2 exhibitor-only registrations, Poster Session and Coffee Break sponsorship recognition, a 50,000-impression ad retargeting campaign, conference screen and sponsor slide recognition, and verbal recognition during the Welcome and Closing Sessions. Only one sponsorship is available.

COST

$14,500

Gold sponsor

Increase your organization's visibility with prominent logo placement across conference marketing channels, a priority exhibit space, 2 conference registrations, 2 banquet tickets, 2 additional exhibitor-only registrations, Poster Session and Coffee Break sponsorship recognition, a 25,000-impression ad retargeting campaign, logo recognition on conference screens and sponsor slides, and verbal recognition during the Opening Session. Two sponsorships are available.

COST

$8,500

Silver sponsor

Increase your organization's visibility with logo placement across conference marketing channels, 1 conference registration, 2 exhibitor-only registrations, Poster Session and Coffee Break sponsorship recognition, a 10,000-impression ad retargeting campaign, sponsor slide recognition, and discounted exhibit space. Three sponsorships are available.

COST

$4,750

Bronze sponsor

Product card description: Establish your organization's presence at the meeting with logo recognition across conference marketing channels, sponsor slide recognition during the conference, and 1 exhibitor-only registration. Exhibit space may be added at standard pricing. Four sponsorships are available.

COST

$2,750

Sponsorship a la carte opportunities

Looking for a specific branding, engagement, or promotional opportunity? The following sponsorships are available for individual purchase and can be combined with exhibit participation or sponsorship packages.

Purchase sponsorships

Featured promotional signage

There are six opportunities available. Increase on-site visibility through prominent sponsor branding displayed in high-traffic meeting and exhibit hall areas throughout the conference.


Cost

$795

Ad retargeting campaign – 10K impressions

There are multiple opportunities available.

Cost

$950

Ad retargeting campaign – 25K impressions

There are multiple opportunities available.

Cost

$2,000

Ad retargeting campaign – 50K impressions

There are multiple opportunities available.

Cost

$3,250

Conference registration welcome sponsor

There are two opportunities available. Create strong first-touch visibility through branding at the shared registration and check-in area, including the opportunity to distribute welcome items or promotional materials to attendees across both meetings.

Cost

$3,750

Luncheon sponsor: Women in Science

One opportunity is available. Support the Women in Science luncheon with logo visibility on program slides, verbal recognition during the luncheon, onsite signage, and the opportunity to distribute literature or giveaways.

Cost

$4,200

Technical session sponsor

Five opportunities are available. Gain visibility during a featured technical session through logo placement on session slides, verbal recognition during the introduction, literature or giveaway distribution opportunities, and one conference registration.

Cost

$4,725

Conference wi-fi splash screen sponsor

There are two opportunities available. Gain repeated visibility with branding displayed on the conference Wi-Fi login splash screen each time attendees connect to the network.

Cost

$5,000

Conference lanyard / badge sponsor

There is one opportunity available. Receive continuous brand visibility throughout the meeting with your logo printed on the official conference lanyards worn by all attendees.

Cost

$6,600

Awards dinner sponsor

One opportunity is available. Support a premier conference networking and recognition event with visibility during the awards dinner and ceremony, including logo placement on presentation screens, verbal recognition, onsite signage, two conference registrations, and four banquet tickets.

Cost

$6,825

Conference mobile app sponsor

There is one opportunity available. Prominent branding across the official conference mobile app, including home screen visibility, sponsor page placement, banner exposure, push notification, and featured sponsor recognition reaching attendees across both meetings.

Cost

$10,000

Thank you to our 2025 exhibitors and sponsors

APS is grateful to our 2025 exhibitors and sponsors and looks forward to welcoming you to DPP and GEC 2026!

Contact us

For more information about partnership opportunities with APS at DPP 2026, GEC 2026, and other 2026 scientific meetings, please contact the APS exhibit and sponsorship manager.

Insurance disclaimer

As of April 2025, insurance coverage for exhibitor booths is now included in the cost of the booth space. Proof of this coverage will be provided directly by the insurance vendor approximately three to four weeks prior to each meeting. Accordingly, individual exhibitors are no longer required to submit separate proof of insurance to APS.

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