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26 May 2025 / 15:00 - 17:00 CEST
EPIC Online Technology Meeting on Photonic Computers and AI
Online Event



Welcome to the EPIC Online Technology Meeting on Photonic Computers, where we will explore the latest advancements in photonic technologies for next-generation computing. Leading experts will discuss innovations in integrated photonics, optical computing, and neuromorphic computing systems. This event will bring together key players from across the supply chain, including photonic component manufacturers and system integrators, with a focus on commercial opportunities in data centers, artificial intelligence, telecommunications, and high-performance computing. Connect with industry leaders and discover how photonics is poised to revolutionize the future of computers.

Agenda

15:00 – 15:05 Opening by Ivan Nikitski, Photonics Technology Expert at EPIC

15:05 – 15:35 KEYNOTE: IBM ResearchAnalog Signal Processing Technologies for Power-efficient Neural Network Inference and Training – Bert Jan Offrein, Manager Neuromorphic Devices & Systems
15:35 – 15:50 ZHAW – Zurich University of Applied SciencesNeuromorphic computing – Yulia Sandamirskaya, Head of Research Center
15:50 – 16:05 AkhetonicsBuilding a Fully European HPC – Michael Kissner, Co-Founder and CEO
16:05 – 16:25 RotoniumPhotonic Gate-based Quantum Processors with Multidimensional Qubits – Roberto Siagri, CEO
16:25 – 16:40 iPronicsOptical switching in AI clusters – Ana Gonzalez, Director of Strategic Partnerships
16:40 – 16:55 Nanoscribe3D Printed Micro-Optics for Optical Computing – Joerg Smolenski, Business Development Manager

16:55 – 17:00 Closing by Ivan Nikitski, Photonics Technology Expert at EPIC

Speakers
Manager Neuromorphic Devices & Systems at IBM Research

Michael is the Co-Founder of Akhetonics, bringing Photonic Computing to life

Co-Founder and CEO at Akhetonics
Director of Strategic Partnerships at iPronics
Business Development Manager at Nanoscribe
Attendees

More attendees will be announced soon.

Sponsor
Moderator
Coordination
Ivan Nikitski, PhD
Ivan Nikitski, PhD
Technology Expert for Quantum and Integrated Photonics
Event Manager
Logistics, venue, accommodation, and transportation
Vera Koniukhova
Vera Koniukhova
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