Photonics for a better connected world | Colóquio IFUSP

Resumo: Since its inception in 1925, Nokia Bell Labs has been at the forefront of societal transformation, driven by groundbreaking inventions and discoveries that have profoundly influenced the world we live in. From the pivotal invention of the transistor and the formulation of information theory to cutting-edge research on topological qubits and the historic deployment of the first cellular network on the Moon, this remarkable "idea factory" has amassed an impressive array of accolades, including 10 Nobel Prizes, 5 Turing Awards, and 2 Grammys, among numerous other prestigious honors. In this talk, we will embark on a journey through a century of innovation, culminating in the latest advancements in optical communication systems that form the backbone of our modern telecommunication networks. We will explore how the control and manipulation of light are enabling us to construct faster and more efficient networks. Additionally, we will delve into the intricacies of the photonic devices and integrated circuits that constitute the infrastructure of these systems, shedding light on the technology that underpins our connected world. Join us as we uncover the remarkable developments that are shaping the future of communication.

 

Sobre o palestrante: Daniel Micha holds a PhD in Physics (UFRJ, 2015) and is presently a research engineer at the III-V Lab, Nokia Bell Labs France, where he focuses on the development of innovative photonic devices and integrated circuits for telecommunications. Prior to his role at the III-V Lab, Daniel dedicated much of his career to the research and development of photovoltaic devices. His experience includes significant positions at the Photovoltaics Institut of France (IPVF), the Nanoscience and Nanotechnology Center (C2N, France), and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy (ISE, Germany). In Brazil, Daniel spent a decade as an assistant professor at CEFET/RJ Petrópolis. During this time, he was involved in teaching, research supervision, science dissemination and served as the head of the Department of Physics for two years. Since 2007, he has maintained a fruitful collaboration with the Semiconductor Laboratory at PUC-Rio. Since 2023, Daniel participates of organized groups of Brazilian researchers based abroad who advocate for the implementation of policies that enable them to contribute to education, science, technology, and innovation in Brazil, even from a distance.

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