09:00

Canada/Eastern

09:00 - 09:25 EDT
Salle des Pas Perdus

Welcoming participants

    École d'été - Summer School

09:25

Canada/Eastern

09:25 - 09:30 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

Opening remarks

Sophie Larochelle Directrice du COPL

    École d'été - Summer School

09:30

Canada/Eastern

09:30 - 10:00 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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

    École d'été - Summer School
    Naviguer les études doctorales et le marché du travail
    Navigating PhD studies and the job market

10:00

Canada/Eastern

10:00 - 10:20 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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.

    École d'été - Summer School
    Naviguer les études doctorales et le marché du travail
    Navigating PhD studies and the job market

10:20

Canada/Eastern

10:20 - 10:30 EDT
Salle des Pas Perdus

Coffee break

    École d'été - Summer School
    Réseautage - Networking

10:30

Canada/Eastern

10:30 - 11:00 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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.

    École d'été - Summer School
    De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
    From idea to devices design

11:00

Canada/Eastern

11:00 - 11:20 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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.

    École d'été - Summer School
    De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
    From idea to devices design

11:20

Canada/Eastern

11:20 - 11:40 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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.

    École d'été - Summer School
    De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
    From idea to devices design

11:40

Canada/Eastern

11:40 - 12:00 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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)

    École d'été - Summer School
    De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
    From idea to devices design

12:00

Canada/Eastern

12:00 - 12:20 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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.

    École d'été - Summer School
    De l’idée à la conception de dispositifs
    From idea to devices design

12:20

Canada/Eastern

12:20 - 13:45 EDT
Cafétéria Pavillon A

Lunch

*Transfer to the Pavillon A cafeteria

    École d'été - Summer School
    Réseautage - Networking

13:45

Canada/Eastern

13:45 - 15:00 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

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.

    École d'été - Summer School
    Des histoires à succès qui ne sont pas sans faille
    Success stories that are not without flaws

15:00

Canada/Eastern

15:00 - 15:10 EDT
Auditorium A-1600

Closing remarks

Organizing committee

    École d'été - Summer School
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