Emerging Technologies in Optical and Wireless Communication

This forward-looking training explores the cutting-edge advancements shaping the future of optical and wireless communication systems. As global demand for high-speed, low-latency, and energy-efficient connectivity grows, a wide range of transformative technologies are emerging—paving the way for next-generation networks, hybrid platforms, and intelligent infrastructures. Participants will gain a broad yet technically rich perspective on breakthrough developments such as terahertz communication, visible light communication (VLC), reconfigurable intelligent surfaces (RIS), quantum communication, integrated photonics, and non-terrestrial networks. The course is designed to bridge theory and practice, helping professionals and researchers anticipate and contribute to the rapid evolution of the communication landscape.

* Overview of emerging trends in optical and wireless communication * Introduction to terahertz (THz) and millimeter-wave technologies * Advances in visible light communication (VLC) and LiFi * Fundamentals of integrated photonics and on-chip optical systems * Reconfigurable Intelligent Surfaces (RIS) for smart wireless environments * Introduction to quantum communication and quantum-safe networking * Optical-wireless hybrid systems and convergence strategies * Emerging applications: 6G, smart cities, space communications, and more

* Communication engineers and system architects * R&D professionals in telecom, photonics, and wireless sectors * Technology strategists and innovation managers * Graduate students and researchers in communication technologies * Organizations seeking to evaluate or adopt next-generation communication solutions