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

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From remote northern communities to aircraft, ships, and autonomous systems operating beyond traditional coverage, Canada\u2019s future depends on reliable, ubiquitous connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join us for our next Innovation Morning<\/strong> on Canada\u2019s Non-Terrestrial Networks Revolution<\/em><\/strong> \u2014 an engaging session exploring how satellites, high-altitude platforms, and terrestrial networks are converging to create a seamless, three-dimensional communications infrastructure. Through expert insights and real-world examples, we\u2019ll examine how these emerging networks will expand connectivity, strengthen national sovereignty, and enable the next generation of digital services across Canada\u2019s vast and diverse landscape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaker presentations will be followed by an interactive Q&A session<\/strong> and dedicated networking time<\/strong>, providing space for discussion and connection among innovators, researchers, and industry professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Light refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Guest Speakers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Halim Yanikomeroglu<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Chancellor\u2019s Professor, Department of Systems and Computer Engineering<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Yanikomeroglu is one of the world\u2019s leading researchers in wireless communications and non-terrestrial networks. His work spans cellular systems, satellite communications, and next-generation wireless technologies, with a focus on integrating terrestrial and non-terrestrial infrastructure to enable ubiquitous connectivity. He is the founding Director of Carleton\u2019s Non-Terrestrial Networks Lab and leads major national and international research initiatives, working closely with industry and government partners to advance Canada\u2019s leadership in emerging communications technologies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Afsoon Alidadi Shamsabadi<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

PhD Candidate and Contract Instructor, Department of Systems and Computer Engineering<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Afsoon Alidadi Shamsabadi\u2019s research focuses on integrating high-altitude platform stations with terrestrial wireless networks to enable scalable, next-generation connectivity. She brings six years of industry experience with Huawei Technologies, where she specialized in wireless network solutions, and plays an active leadership role in the engineering community through IEEE. At Carleton, she contributes to advancing non-terrestrial networks that expand connectivity to underserved and remote regions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Agenda<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • \u200b\u200b8:30 \u2013 9:00 am:<\/strong> Arrival and networking over coffee<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u200b\u200b9:00 \u2013 9:10 am:<\/strong> Welcome Remarks & Introductions<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u200b\u200b9:10 \u2013 9:40 am: <\/strong>Research Presentations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u200b\u200b9:40 \u2013 10:00 am:<\/strong> Open Q&A<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • \u200b\u200b10:00 \u2013 10:30 am:<\/strong> Networking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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    Who Should Attend?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Whether you\u2019re an engineer, researcher, policymaker, industry professional, or technology enthusiast, this event offers a unique opportunity to connect with experts and peers shaping the future of wireless connectivity and communications infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Event Registration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n
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