ECOC 2025
Special Events
European Integrated Photonics Forum, EPIF, meeting
Monday, 29th September 2025 17:15-19:15, in B4 M5-8
Over the past year, Europe’s integrated photonic industry has shown clear signs of scaling up. Important developments include the move to 6-inch InP wafer manufacturing, the launch of pilot lines like PIX Europe, the emergence of new foundries, and increased production capacities in companies like X-FAB and STMicroelectronics. In this session, we explore this trend through testimonies from industrial players and an interactive panel discussion on the opportunities and obstacles of scaling integrated photonic manufacturing in Europe.
Organisers: Wim Bogaerts and Mattias Verstuyft
Josep Prat memorial session
Tuesday, 30th September 2025 12:30-14:00
This session is dedicated to the memory of Professor Josep Prat, who passed away in June. Josep was a kind and noble man, an exceptional academic researcher and educator, and one of the leading figures in optical access networks. The session will highlight some of his most important contributions to the optical communications community and his major achievements. Invited speakers who knew him well will reflect on his legacy and on the impact that his vision had on fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) and beyond.
Organisers: Antonio Napoli and Ioannis Tomkos
Hack Your Research! Tools and Tricks for Today’s Telecommunications Techies
Tuesday, 30th September 2025 18:15-20:15, in B5 M1-4
Join us at Hack Your Research for an exciting event featuring interactive demos of the most powerful tools and techniques used by expert researchers and professionals to simplify all aspects of optical communication research. Whether you are a student or a highly experienced researcher, everyone is welcome! Come and learn from the trial-and-error experiences of others, connect with peers and experts and engage in stimulating discussions, all while enjoying light food and drinks in a relaxed and fun environment.
Organisers:
- Besma Kalla, Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands
- Giammarco Di Sciullo, Università degli Studi dell’Aquila, Italy
- Vincent van Vliet, Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands
- Rekha Yadav, University College London, United Kingdom
- Amol Delmade, Pilot Photonics, Ireland
Advisory Committee:
- Nicolas Fontaine, Nokia Bell Labs, USA
- Binbin Guan, Microsoft, USA
- Roland Ryf, Nokia Bell Labs, USA
- Jochen Schroeder, Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden
- Marco Eppenberger, PsiQuantum, USA
- Menno van den Hout, Eindhoven University of Technology, Netherlands
Women in Photonics Workshop
Wednesday, 1st October 2025 12:30-14:00, in Treehouse
Theme: Women of Wavelengths (WoW)- Voices from Women in Photonics
Join us for a dynamic workshop spotlighting the ingenious contributions of women in optics, photonics, and optical networks. This event features inspiring talks and a panel discussion with leading female researchers and innovators from around the globe. Gain firsthand insights into their scientific journeys, career-defining moments, and visionary outlooks for the next generation of women in STEM.
This workshop provides an inclusive platform for meaningful dialogue, together with valuable lessons on leadership, equity, and navigating the workplace.
The workshop is open to all ECOC attendees. A complimentary lunch, sponsored by OPTICA, will follow the session—don’t miss this opportunity to connect and be inspired!
Speakers:
- Aleksandra Kaszubowska-Anandarajah, Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
- Qian Li, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School, China
- Christina Lim, The University of Melbourne, Australia
- Aleksandra Boskovica, Corning Inc., USA
This luncheon event is sponsored by:
Organisers: Anjali Sharma, Carmen Mas Machuca