Innovation Morning: Beyond the Chip

Thursday, October 22, 2026 from 8:30 am to 10:30 am

In-Person event
350 Legget Dr suite 101 , Ottawa , ON , K2K 2W7

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Hosted at CU@Kanata, Innovation Morning is a signature event series that unites research, policy, and industry to explore meaningful solutions to emerging challenges.

As demand for faster, more efficient and increasingly sophisticated technologies continues to grow, researchers are looking beyond conventional electronics to new ways of generating, processing and transmitting information. From silicon photonics and integrated optoelectronics to quantum communications, advances that harness the properties of light are opening new possibilities for communications, sensing, computing and other emerging applications.

Join us for our next Innovation Morning: Beyond the Chip, featuring Carleton experts exploring the rapidly evolving fields of photonics and quantum communications. Together, they’ll share insights into how advances in photonic devices, materials and integrated systems are enabling more scalable and energy-efficient technologies, while quantum research is laying the groundwork for secure communications and the networks of the future.

Speaker presentations will be followed by an interactive Q&A session and dedicated networking time, providing space for collaboration and discussion among innovators, academics, and community stakeholders.

Light refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all!

Guest Speakers

Winnie Ye

Professor, Department of Electronics

Dr. Ye’s research focuses on silicon photonics and integrated optoelectronics, advancing the design and development of high-performance photonic devices and systems. Her work explores scalable, energy-efficient technologies with applications in telecommunications, data communications, biophotonics, sensing, and renewable energy.

Connor Kupchak

Associate Professor, Department of Electronics

Dr. Kupchak’s research focuses on quantum communications and the development of photonic technologies for future quantum networks. His work spans quantum optical engineering, nonlinear optics, integrated photonics, and light-matter interactions, with an emphasis on developing and characterizing technologies that enable quantum information to be transmitted and shared.

Agenda

8:30 – 9:00 am: Arrival and networking over coffee
9:00 – 9:05 am: Welcome Remarks & Introductions
9:05 – 9:45 am: Research Presentations
9:45 – 10:00 am: Open Q&A
10:00 – 10:30 am: Networking

Who Should Attend?

Whether you’re an engineer, researcher, technology professional, industry leader, policymaker, or engaged citizen, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with experts and peers exploring advances in photonics, quantum communications, and the technologies shaping the future of information and connectivity.

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