Illuminated: IEEE Photonics Podcast

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• Illuminating the Past, Present, and Future of Photonics

  February 24, 2025 · 1 hr 37 min

  A conversation with Professor Sir David Payne inspires exploration into the fascinating history of optical fiber technology and its role in the evolution of the internet. We delve into the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration in…

• Revolutionizing Electronics with Phase Change Materials

  November 26, 2024 · 52 min

  Discover how phase change materials (PCMs) are set to revolutionize the future of electronics with our expert speaker, Winnie Ye from Carleton University. Moderated by Rachel Won from Nature Photonics, we unravel the remarkable…

• The Transformative Power of Optical Networking in AI

  June 1, 2024 · 56 min

  How do cutting-edge optical technologies elevate the performance of AI systems? Tune in to our latest episode of Illuminated, where we feature Laurent Schares from IBM Research. Laurent walks us through the pivotal role optical…

• Revolutionizing Data Transfer with Cutting-Edge Fiber Innovations

  April 10, 2024 · 56 min

  Unlock the mysteries behind the cables and connections that power our digital lives with Nokia Bell Labs' Xi (Vivian) Chen and Fatima Gunning, from Tyndall National Institute. This episode promises a fascinating exploration into the world…

• Pioneering Biomedical Imaging with Computational Tools

  March 13, 2024 · 1 hr 7 min

  Discover how Professor Aydogan Ozcan and his team's journey through the evolving landscape of computational optical biomedical imaging is revolutionizing global health diagnostics. He peels back the layers of how AI and deep learning are…

• Growing STEM Talent Pools through the Lens of Photonics

  January 24, 2024 · 53 min

  Get ready for this inspiring STEM Education chat with guest speaker, Mike McKee! He is the Associate Director of Undergraduate Programs in Photonic Science and Engineering at the University of Florida CREOL (The College of Optics and…

• Navigating Future Pathways of LiDAR Technologies

  October 24, 2023 · 57 min

  In this episode, Peter Dragic, of the University of Illinois, Urbana - Champaign, shares his expertise bridging a gap between next generation laser sources and active sensing systems such as LIDAR. We'll journey together through the…

• Exploring Startup Culture in Photonics

  August 24, 2023 · 1 hr 0 min

  In this episode, our guests discuss the realities of startup life. Ever found yourself pondering about the unwritten rules that shape a company's culture? If yes, then tune in for an enlightening episode with Daniel Renner, Chair of the…