* All times are based on Canada/Eastern EDT.

  • 9:00 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    9:00 AM - 9:25 AM EDT
    Salle des Pas Perdus
      École d'été - Summer School

    Welcoming participants

    9:25 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    9:25 AM - 9:30 AM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School

    Opening remarks

    Sophie Larochelle Directrice du COPL

    9:30 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    9:30 AM - 10:00 AM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      Naviguer les études doctorales et le marché du travail
      Navigating PhD studies and the job market

    It goes without saying: All you need to know about higher education in optics

    Caroline Boudoux Professor, Polytechnique Montréal,Entrepreneur, Castor Optics, Author - Book: It goes without saying

    10:00 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    10:00 AM - 10:20 AM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      Naviguer les études doctorales et le marché du travail
      Navigating PhD studies and the job market

    The CV is dead. Long live the CV!

    Matthew Posner Optica Ambassador Summary: Is a CV still necessary to find a job? Like all tools, it must be used wisely. The presenter will share his lessons learned for your next job interview.

    10:20 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    10:20 AM - 10:30 AM EDT
    Salle des Pas Perdus
      École d'été - Summer School
      Réseautage - Networking

    Coffee break

    10:30 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    10:30 AM - 11:00 AM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
      From idea to devices design

    An Introduction to Microelectonic Packaging - Processes & Trends

    David Danovitch, Ing.Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering, C2MI Research Chair in Point Encapsulation, Université de Sherbrooke Abstract: This presentation will first introduce some basic microelectronic packaging structures and related processing steps. We will then examine the current state of transistor technology and its relationship to both the importance and trends seen in packaging technologies. Finally, we will touch upon some particular challenges related to the evolving needs of photonic packaging with some examples of research activity to address them.

    11:00 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    11:00 AM - 11:20 AM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
      From idea to devices design

    The story of Castor Optics, an emerging company manufacturing specialized fiber optic couplers

    Kathy Beaudette Director, Business DevelopmentCastor Optics Summary: This presentation will focus on the journey of Castor Optics, an emerging company, from the initial technology transfer from a university laboratory to industry through developing industrial processes and implementing international marketing strategies. We will examine in detail the challenges inherent in validating and integrating innovative products while highlighting opportunities for growth and development. Castor Optics stands out for its expertise in the development and manufacturing of specialized fiber optic couplers. A pioneer in the market with its double-clad fiber coupler and multimode circulator technologies, our team has faced a series of challenges in bringing these innovative products to market.

    11:20 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    11:20 AM - 11:40 AM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
      From idea to devices design

    Evolution of Silicon photonic for coherent modem

    Michel Cyr Director High Speed Photonic Components Ciena Summary: The presentation will focus on the evolution of silicon photonic in coherent modem technology and how it contributed to the transmission capacity increase as well as the power consumption reduction. It will also elaborate on the technology evolution and roadmap as well as the team and the capabilities one needs to build to be successful in silicon photonic components development.

    11:40 AM

    Canada/Eastern

    11:40 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
      From idea to devices design

    The 3IT.Micro platform: from chips to electronic systems

    Alvaro Jiménez3IT.micro Platform Coordinator Interdisciplinary Institute for Technological Innovation (3IT), Université de Sherbrooke Summary: The expertise of the 3IT.micro platform offers a solution to problems requiring electronic circuits. On the one hand, we have experts in electronic system design, printed circuit board design and embedded programming. On the other hand, we have the equipment and professionals to micro-wire chips, manufacture 3D printed circuits, and assemble components on printed circuit boards. The 3iT.micro team is ready to carry out your key projects, or to provide the support and training you need to make them a success. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

    12:00 PM

    Canada/Eastern

    12:00 PM - 12:20 PM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
      From idea to devices design

    Recent developments in photonics at CMC

    Gordon Harling, Chairman and CEO, CMC Microsystems Summary: Photonics is booming in Canada, and CMC is delighted to be part of the ecosystem. We'll discuss the latest developments in photonics based on silicon, silicon nitride, lithium niobate, and projects in quantum photonics.

    12:20 PM

    Canada/Eastern

    12:20 PM - 1:45 PM EDT
    Cafétéria Pavillon A
      École d'été - Summer School
      Réseautage - Networking

    Lunch

    *Transfer to the Pavillon A cafeteria

    1:45 PM

    Canada/Eastern

    1:45 PM - 3:00 PM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School
      Des histoires à succès qui ne sont pas sans faille
      Success stories that are not without flaws

    Roundtable session on startup best practices

    Moderator/Facilitator, Richard Chénier, General Manager, Startup Montréal *Intervention by industry startups Patqer (Tigran Galstian, Professor, Université Laval and Patqer Founder) Sollum Technologies ( François R. Moisan, Co-founder of Sollum Technologies) Traqc (Mariia Zhuldybina, Co-founder of TRAQC) Vegabioimaging (Cécile Darviot, Co-founder of Vega BioImaging) Richard Chénier's bio: As head of Startup Montréal, Mr. Chénier is at the helm of an organization that plays a central role in Québec's mission to become a world leader in the creation and growth of responsible, sustainable startups, while ensuring their economic viability. His influence is undeniable in the dynamic startup ecosystem of Quebec and Canada.Previously, as General Manager of Centech, one of the world's most successful university incubators according to UBI-Global, he demonstrated his ability to catalyze innovation and propel innovative projects to success. His exceptional contribution earned him recognition as one of the 50 Quebecers shaping the extraordinary, according to Urbania magazine in 2018.

    3:00 PM

    Canada/Eastern

    3:00 PM - 3:10 PM EDT
    Auditorium A-1600
      École d'été - Summer School

    Closing remarks

    Organizing committee

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