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Day Two of the conference, and six session rooms will be fully engaged to present concurrent technical content (with invited and contributed talks).
Two conference theme programs begin today: Autonomous Systems and Nanophotonics and Plasmonics each offer four sessions. The latter theme includes a Visionary talk from Jeremy J. Baumberg, University of Cambridge, UK, who will show how we now create ultralow volume plasmonic cavities trapping light to the atom scale <1nm3.
Finally, the Quantum Technologies theme continues with another day of high-profile speakers on topics such as quantum computing and quantum photonics. If you missed yesterday's sessions, we offer recaps below. |
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| Speaker Joseph Thom, M Squared, UK |
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Digging into Quantum Sensors
The scientific program of the 2019 FiO + LS meeting in Washington, D.C., got off to a strong start on Sunday, with a three-session package that offered a deep dive into the emerging world of quantum sensors.
Considered by many to be the low-hanging fruit in quantum technology, where practical applications will emerge soonest, quantum sensors have been the focus of intense work in recent years, with some commercial quantum gravimeters and accelerometers already coming on stream. Sunday’s talks, from both academic and industry personnel, recounted some of that progress, both on Earth and in space. And they also suggested the opportunities, and challenges, on the road to a future of compact, field-ready quantum sensors.
One theme that emerged early in the symposium was the value of links between academia and industry to make that future happen. That came out particularly clearly in a presentation by Philippe Bouyer from the Institut d’Optique Graduate School/CNRS, France, who recounted the story of three technologies his team has worked on, and the journey of those technologies from academia to industry, and then back to academic lab.
Another key theme was the need to make these sensitive, lab-hatched devices ready for field use — so that, as Gary Tarkenton of Lockheed-Martin put it, “you can actually throw them in the bed of a truck, drive around and have them work.”
Read the extended overview. > |
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Quantum Computing: From Qubits to Cryptography
The focus on quantum technologies on the first day of the conference continued to draw strong interest from attendees with the final session of the afternoon: Quantum Computing with Atoms and Photons I, which looked at the essential building blocks of this new paradigm in computing.
Michael Biercuk with Q-CTRL, Australia, opened the session with an overview of how his team is trying to push down the likelihood of failure at the very foundations of quantum computing, the programming that lies at the lowest layer of software — the so-called computer firmware.
Building from there, Zachary Dutton presented how his team at Raytheon BBN Technology, USA, is researching superconducting qubit-based quantum computing to control multiple qubits. Then, Mark Saffman with ColdQuanta Inc., USA, explained how his research group is taking an atomic approach to quantum computing using Rydberg atoms — atoms excited into high energy levels.
The session’s final talk looked more at the security impact that quantum computers pose. Carlos Abellan with QUSIDE, Spain, covered three variables that impact quantum cybersecurity: how long it would take to move current data to quantum-secure storage, how long we expect data to remain secure and how long before a large-scale quantum computer is built. |
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Who You Meet Matters
Special Networking Events on Monday
For those who are either early or established in their careers, networking events at FiO + LS are intended to bring people together and to provide career development support. Today, there are 14 special events offered — from finding the right job (and getting the best offer) to opportunities to meet with OSA Journal Editors and OSA Technical Group members.
Many events are waitlisted, and most require you to register or RSVP in advance, so please review the event description prior to its start time.
Building Your Personal Brand
Wilson AB, 11:00 – 12:00
OSA Therapeutic Laser Applications Technical Group Birds of a Feather Lunch
Wilson AB, 12:30 – 14:00
40 Top Jobs for STEM PhDs. Which Is Right for You?
Wilson AB, 14:15 – 15:15
Meet OSA’s Journal Editors
Exhibit Hall B South, 15:00 – 16:00
Power Negotiating Your Salary Offer — How PhDs Get Paid What They Are Worth
Wilson AB, 15:30 – 16:30
The Rules of Engagement: Navigating Important Business Relationships
Wilson AB, 16:45 – 18:00
OSA Fiber Optics Technology Technical Group Fire Presentation & Networking Event
Washington 1, 18:00 – 19:00
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Make the Most of Monday: Meet, Network and Learn.
frontiersinoptics.org
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Technical Conference
15 – 19 September 2019
Science + Industry Showcase
17 – 18 September 2019
Marriott Wardman Park
2660 Woodley Road, NW
Washington, DC 20008
USA
Map & Directions |
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Registration
Atrium (Lower Level)
Monday, 16 September
07:00 – 17:00
Tuesday, 17 September
07:30 – 18:00
Wednesday, 18 September
07:30 – 17:30
Thursday, 19 September
07:30 – 11:00 |
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Science + Industry Showcase
Hall B and C South (Lower Level)
Tuesday, 17 September
10:00 – 15:30
Wednesday, 18 September
10:00 – 15:30 |
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Complimentary WiFi Access
SSID: Marriott Conference
Password: FIOLS2019 |
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How to Download Technical Digest Papers
Full Technical Conference registrants can access papers in two ways:
OSA Publishing's Digital Library
1. Visit frontiersinoptics.org
2. Select the "Access Digest Papers" link on the right side of the web page.
3. Log in using your email address and password used for registration.
Conference App
Important! You must first log in to the app to access papers.
1. Locate the technical session in the "Schedule" tab.
2. Select the talk title of interest.
3. Click on the "Download PDF" link that appears in the talk description. |
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For More Information
Visit the FiO + LS website for up-to-date meeting information, or contact us at custserv@osa.org.
You can also visit the onsite OSA Booth located near Registration (Atrium, Lower Level). |
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The Optical Society
2010 Massachusetts Ave., NW
Washington, D.C., 20036
USA
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