Irish Photonic Integration Centre

🤝 One ocean at a time #drivingchange A sincere thank you to the Valentia Transatlantic Cable Foundation for hosting the conference at the incredible birthplace of transatlantic communications, the #Eighthwonderoftheworld, and Tyndall National Institute and the Irish Photonic Integration Centre for opportunities to connect with the leaders in this community. I got to attend the first #Subsea #Cable Security and Resilience Symposium, and acquaint with the Island's Development CEO last month. The event was held at the Cable Station on #ValentiaIsland - the same spot where over 150 years ago the first successful #transatlantic #telegraph cable was laid between Valentia Island and Heart's Content in Newfoundland, Canada. This unique venue was chosen to support its bid for UNESCO World Heritage status. Here I got immersed in an extraordinary effort to develop the island to connect this haven with the rest of the world by uniting industry, government and academia under one hood. The curated list of talks shared strategies and action used underwater and how we learn from older technology is relevant to propel this vision. More on these undersea lifelines can be found here: https://lnkd.in/eK8DqYRe

Its nearly Science Week!! There will be an exciting lineup of events throughout the week designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and discovery in STEM! From interactive workshops and thought-provoking talks to hands-on demonstrations, Science Week is packed with opportunities to explore the science that shapes our world. Whether you're a budding scientist, a curious mind, or simply passionate about learning, there’s something for everyone. Let’s celebrate innovation, share ideas, and spark the next generation of thinkers and creators. Don’t miss out — join us as we dive into the world of science together! 🌍💡 #ScienceWeek #STEM #Innovation #ScienceForEveryone #DiscoverScience Tyndall National Institute University College Cork Research Ireland

🚨PODCAST ALERT! 🚨 🎙️✨ In order to give you a little taster for the upcoming Science Week event happening on Thursday 14 November 2024 in the Tyndall National Institute involving guest speakers Fatima Gunning & Alfredo Carpineti, we delve into our podcast archives and bring you an interview between our host David McGovern & Alfredo Carpineti which took place last year. Hear them discuss how light has enabled us to communicate and display images to each other across continents, locate yourself to within a few metres anywhere on Earth, and to look back in time to see images across the depths of space🎙️✨ 🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/etD7j3kF #STEM #Podcast #Photonics #Scienceweek #Research Research Ireland Tyndall National Institute University College Cork

🚀✨ Join Us for Science Week! ✨🚀 From radio waves to gamma rays, Invisible Rainbows examines how accessing light beyond the visible is transforming our understanding of the Universe. Hosted by the Irish Photonic Integration Centre (IPIC), IPIC Principal Researcher Fatima Gunning will be joined by astrophysicist Alfredo Carpineti as they explore how human ingenuity combined with cutting-edge technology is leading to groundbreaking discoveries upending what we thought we knew about the cosmos, including right here on Earth. 📅 Event Details: Date: Thursday 14 November 2024. Time: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. Cost: FREE. Location: Tyndall National Institute, Lee Maltings Complex, Dyke Parade, Cork T12 R5CP. Parking: Street parking or public car parks. Transport: Buses 202, 214, 220, 245, 40. RSVP today and secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/epr7pVTp #SpaceWeek #SpaceExploration #Innovation #Photonics #STEM #SpaceTech #Astronomy #Event #Networking Tyndall National Institute University College Cork National Space Centre | Elfordstown Earthstation Greywood Arts

🚀 Unlock the Future of Quantum Technology! 🚀 Join Dr. Pranoti Kshirsagar as she chats with IPIC's Emanuele Pelucchi about his groundbreaking work on site-controlled quantum dots. These tiny structures are poised to revolutionize quantum computing, quantum cryptography, and more. Get an inside look at the cutting-edge research shaping tomorrow's technology! 🔍 What to Expect: 🌐 The game-changing potential of site-controlled quantum dots in advancing quantum tech. 🧠 Deep dives into epitaxy and the challenges of scaling quantum structures. 🚀 The QuanTour Project (backed by the German Physical Society) and its mission to propel quantum research across Europe. Don’t miss this episode packed with insights on the future of quantum light sources and their transformative impact on secure data transmission, ultra-fast computing, and beyond. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/eBP7wPMg #QuantumComputing #QuantumTech #QuantumCryptography #Photonics #MaterialsScience #Innovation #Research #QuanTour #TyndallNationalInstitute

🚨 NEW EPISODE ALERT! 🚨 "Doing a PhD is a decision you have to make yourself." Serene Pauly, a PIADS student at Queens University Belfast, joins our host David McGovern to share her #ResearchStory and insights on pursuing a PhD in photonics. 🎙️✨   🎧 Listen to the episode: https://lnkd.in/ebuVzdCk   #STEM #Podcast #Photonics #PhD #Research   EPSRC-SFI Centre for Doctoral Training in Photonic Integration & Advanced Data Storage (PIADS).   PIADS CDT represents a unique cross-geographic collaboration between Queen's University Belfast, the University of Glasgow and the Irish Photonic Integration Centre (IPIC).   Research Ireland Queen's University Belfast University of Glasgow University College Cork

Happy International Day of Photonics! 🌌✨ Today, we celebrate the incredible science of light and its transformative impact on technology and our understanding of the universe. One of the most breathtaking natural phenomena connected to photonics is the Northern Lights, or Aurora Borealis. These stunning light displays occur when solar particles collide with Earth's magnetic field, energizing atoms in the atmosphere and creating vibrant, dancing colors in the sky. The Northern Lights not only captivate our imagination but also remind us of the fascinating interplay between light, energy, and nature. Below is a short video showcasing a combination of pictures send in from our staff members who were lucky enough to capture this natural phenomenon. Let’s continue exploring the wonders of photonics! Research Ireland Tyndall National Institute University College Cork Patrick Morrissey Jason Yang Anjali Ashokan Huihui Lu Dr. Sini Nanadath Shibu Caitriona Tyndall #PhotonicsDay #NorthernLights #AuroraBorealis #ScienceAndNature #Light

NEW EPISODE! "It's worthwhile giving it a try." Marcos Troncoso Costas Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Irish Photonic Integration Centre, joins our host David McGovern to discuss his #ResearchStory Link to Episode: https://lnkd.in/eXXYAfgk #STEM #Podcast Research Ireland Dublin City University   Marcos joined the PhD program in Electronic Engineering with the Radio and Optical Communications Lab at Dublin City University, under the supervision of Prof. Liam Barry and Francisco Díaz in May 2020, graduating with his PhD in July 2024. His current research field includes spectrally efficient modulation for optical communications through fiber and free space. Marcos has also worked on Quantum Random Number Generators (QRNGs) and Physical Unclonable Functions (PUFs).

NEW EPISODE! "Someone considering a PhD? Yes definitely go for it. More than a technical degree I think it teaches a lot of things in life." Hemalatha Muthuganesan, former PhD student at Irish Photonic Integration Centre, joins our host David McGovern to discuss her #ResearchStory Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eG43cDKa #STEM #Podcast Research Ireland Tyndall National Institute

Thank you MTU Blackrock Castle Observatory for a brilliant event and for allowing us to take part.