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Jordi Perello MuntanView profile

Associate Professor

• Telecommunications Networks
• Optical Fiber Networks
• Optical Networks
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Jordi Perelló Muntan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Architecture at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), Barcelona, Spain, where he is also affiliated with the Escola Tècnica Superior d'Enginyeria de Telecomunicació de Barcelona (ETSETB). He is a member of the Broadband Communications Systems and Architectures (CBA) and IDEAI-UPC research groups, focusing on advanced optical and future internet networking technologies. Research Interests: His research spans telecommunications networks, optical fiber and optical networking, resource optimization, network architectures, and the Future Internet. He investigates performance optimization in 5G transport networks, Spatial Division Multiplexing (SDM), Recursive Inter-Network Architecture (RINA), elastic optical networks, and cognitive networking. His work integrates SDN, network virtualization, and green networking principles for scalable and efficient infrastructures. Publication Trends: His recent publications focus on probabilistic constellation shaping in multicore fiber networks, cognitive strategies for optical margin reduction, RINA-based QoS assurance, and migration planning toward spectrally-spatially flexible optical networks. These reflect a strong trend toward intelligent, adaptive, and energy-efficient network design for future communication systems. Scientific Awards: Co-recipient of the 2020 Fabio Neri Best Paper Award Runner-up (Elsevier Journal of Optical Switching and Networking) Co-recipient of the ONDM 2021 Best Paper Award Co-recipient of the 2019 IEEE Communications Society Charles Kao Award Co-recipient of the ONDM 2012 Best Student Paper Award Advising and Grants: He has advised multiple PhD students on topics including RINA, optical network planning, and virtual provisioning. He has led or participated in major European (H2020, FP7) and national (PID, TEC) research projects such as SLICENET, PRISTINE, TRAINER, and ALLIANCE, focusing on 5G, RINA, and sustainable network infrastructures. Labs and Teams: He is an active member of the CBA research group at UPC, contributing to experimental and theoretical advancements in optical and programmable networks. His team collaborates internationally on testbed development and standardization efforts in next-generation networking.

• Wireless Communications
• Optical Communications
• Radar Signal Processing
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Saleh A. Alshebeili is a Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at King Saud University's College of Engineering, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With over 139 publications spanning from 1991 to 2024, his research demonstrates significant contributions across multiple engineering disciplines. His academic profile shows consistent collaboration with Saudi research institutions and international partners, particularly in communications and signal processing fields. Dr. Alshebeili's research interests span wireless communications, optical networks, radar systems, and biomedical signal processing. His work bridges theoretical signal processing with practical applications in 5G/6G communications, IoT security systems, and healthcare monitoring. The interdisciplinary nature of his research connects electrical engineering with computer science, particularly through machine learning applications for signal analysis and system optimization. His publications demonstrate expertise in both traditional signal processing techniques and emerging AI-driven approaches to engineering problems. Analysis of his recent publications (2021-2024) reveals a strong focus on next-generation communication technologies including 6G systems, optical wavelength conversion, and OAM-SDM communication. Simultaneously, he maintains active research in biomedical applications, particularly EEG signal processing for seizure detection and biometric authentication using physiological signals. His work consistently appears in top IEEE journals including IEEE Access, IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications, and IEEE Journal of Biomedical and Health Informatics, reflecting the high quality and relevance of his research. Dr. Alshebeili has established extensive collaborations with researchers across King Saud University, particularly with Fathi E. Abd El-Samie (29 co-authored papers), Turky N. Alotaiby (22 papers), and Amr Ragheb (21 papers). These long-term collaborations suggest leadership in research groups focusing on communications systems and biomedical signal processing. His work spans theoretical development, simulation, and experimental validation, as evidenced by publications with 'Experimental Investigation' and 'Experimental Demonstration' in their titles.

Mikkel N. SchmidtView profile

Associate Professor

• Statistical Modeling
• Machine Learning
• Bayesian Methods
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Mikkel N. Schmidt is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). His research focuses on statistical modeling, Bayesian methods, and their applications in science and industry. He has held visiting roles at Columbia University (2007) and Cambridge University (2008-2009). His work integrates probabilistic modeling with computational inference to address complex problems in diverse fields such as molecular discovery, optical communication, and brain connectivity analysis. Education highlights include visiting scholar and postdoctoral experiences at top-tier institutions. Research interests span statistical methodology development, machine learning applications, and interdisciplinary problem-solving. Current projects involve Bayesian neural networks for molecular discovery and federated learning optimization. Advising efforts include supervising multiple PhD students in areas like molecular discovery and denoising diffusion models. Notable collaborations involve work on materials science, quantum communication, and medical signal processing. His contributions bridge theoretical advancements with practical industrial applications, emphasizing interdisciplinary innovation.

• Optical Transmission Systems
• Space Division Multiplexing (SDM)
• Quantum Secure Communications
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Chigo M. Okonkwo is a Full Professor and Chair of Secured Ultra High Capacity Transmission at the Department of Electrical Engineering, Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). He leads the high-capacity optical transmission laboratory within the Electro-Optical Communications Group at the Institute for Photonics Integration, focusing on next-generation photonic networks. Education: PhD in Optical Signal Processing, University of Essex (2009) Appointments: Since 2014 (tenured), 2010 as Post-Doctoral Researcher Key Research Areas: Space Division Multiplexing, Quantum Secure Communications, Advanced Modulation Formats His work spans optical transmission systems, including probabilistic signal shaping , low-complexity digital signal processing , and multi-mode/multi-core fiber components . Recent publications highlight breakthroughs in Petabit/s transmission and quantum cryptography use cases . Scientific recognition includes: ACP 2018 Best Paper Award ECOC 2018 Student Paper Award Optica 2022 Student Paper Awards Corning Outstanding Student Paper Competition Finalist 2025 He actively contributes to standardization efforts as a Technical Program Committee member for ECOC and serves as Senior Member of IEEE. Current projects include FIQCS (Fieldlab Quantum Cryptography Solutions) and NGF-ECO1 (Netherlands Quantum Flagship), advancing quantum-secure protocols and petabit/s capacity scaling.

• Optical Physics
• Gravitational Wave Detection
• Fiber Optics
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Dr. Chathura Bandutunga is a Research Fellow at the Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics within the Research School of Physics at the Australian National University (ANU). His research focuses on advanced optical techniques for precision measurement, with significant contributions to gravitational wave detection technology, molecular spectroscopy, and space exploration instrumentation. Dr. Bandutunga's research expertise spans digital interferometry, fiber optic sensors, and precision optical measurement systems. His work has pioneered digitally enhanced interferometric techniques that have enabled new capabilities in molecular dispersion spectroscopy, gravitational wave detection, and optical frequency referencing. He has developed innovative methods for phase noise suppression, common-mode noise rejection, and thermal-noise-limited optical measurements that operate at the boundaries of physical possibility. His publication record demonstrates consistent innovation in optical measurement technology, with recent work advancing fiber optic gyroscopes, frequency comb technology, and applications for interstellar propulsion systems like the Breakthrough Starshot program. His research bridges fundamental optical physics with practical applications in both terrestrial scientific instrumentation and space-based technologies. Dr. Bandutunga is actively involved in the Centre for Gravitational Astrophysics at ANU, contributing to Australia's participation in international gravitational wave research collaborations. His technical leadership in precision optical measurement systems directly supports next-generation gravitational wave detectors and related technologies requiring unprecedented measurement stability.

• Optical fiber communication
• Space-division multiplexing (SDM)
• Wavelength-division multiplexing (WDM)
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Itsuro Morita is Professor in the School of Fundamental Science and Engineering, Faculty of Science and Engineering, Waseda University, Tokyo. Before joining Waseda in 2022 he spent 23 years at KDDI R&D Laboratories, advancing from researcher to executive research fellow, and has been a visiting researcher at Stanford University. He is an IEEE Fellow and IEICE Fellow recognized for pioneering large-capacity, long-haul optical transmission systems. Education: 2004 – 2005 Tokyo Institute of Technology, Graduate School of Science & Engineering, Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Doctoral coursework) 1990 – 1992 Tokyo Institute of Technology, Graduate School of Science & Engineering, Department of Physical Electronics (M.E.) 1986 – 1990 Tokyo Institute of Technology, School of Engineering (B.E.) Research Interests: Morita’s work sits at the intersection of optical fiber communication and software-defined networking. He explores ultra-high-capacity transmission via space-division multiplexing (multi-core/few-mode fibers), real-time MIMO digital signal processing for modal crosstalk mitigation, and SDN/NFV orchestration of disaggregated optical networks. Additional interests include quality-of-transmission estimation using machine learning, telemetry-enabled control planes (gRPC/gNMI), and metro-embedded edge/cloud architectures for IoT services. Publication Trends: Recent articles emphasize two converging themes: (i) petabit-per-second SDM/WDM experiments using novel fiber geometries and real-time DSP, and (ii) cloud-native SDN control frameworks that integrate machine-learning-based QoT prediction, YANG/NETCONF modeling, and open APIs (TAPI/OpenConfig) for multi-domain, partially disaggregated networks. These works collectively push both the physical capacity frontier and the agility of next-generation optical infrastructure. Scientific Awards: C&C Prize 2024 (NEC C&C Foundation) – contributions to WDM optical submarine cable systems IEICE Achievement Award 2021 – pioneering research on 10-Pbit/s ultra-large-capacity SDM transmission Telecom System Technology Award 2021 – 10.16-Pbit/s dense SDM/WDM transmission record IEEE Fellow (2021) – contributions to large-capacity high-speed transmission systems IEICE Fellow (2020) – research on trans-oceanic high-speed optical signal transmission Ichimura Industrial Award – Contribution Prize 2018 – development of terabit-class submarine cable systems Maejima Hisoka Award 2012 – proposal and demonstration of distributed-control soliton communication Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award for Advanced Technology 2006 – 160 Gbit/s ultra-high-speed optical transmission technology Advising & Grants: At Waseda University Morita advises graduate students on experimental photonic networking and leads externally funded projects on petabit SDM transmission and SDN orchestration. While specific grant numbers are not disclosed, his continuous industry-university collaborative testbeds (with KDDI, CTTC, and others) indicate substantial competitive funding. Labs & Teams: He heads the Optical Space-Division-Multiplexing Laboratory at Waseda, maintaining joint experimental facilities with KDDI Research and international partners (e.g., CTTC, Spain). The group operates real-time coherent MIMO testbeds, multi-domain SDN controllers, and fiber-level SDM prototypes capable of petabit-per-second demonstrations.

Yongmin JungView profile

Professor

• Fiber Optics
• Optical Amplifiers
• Multicore Fiber Technology
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Dr. Yongmin Jung is a Principal Research Fellow at the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC), University of Southampton, specializing in advanced fiber optic technologies. With over 20 years of experience, he leads research on multicore and multimode fiber technology, achieving several world-first innovations including the first multimode erbium-doped fiber amplifier. His research focuses on developing energy-efficient optical amplifiers for telecommunications networks using Space Division Multiplexing technology. This work addresses power consumption challenges in long-haul transmission systems while reducing cost per bit and increasing capacity. Current projects include Power Efficient Multicore Fiber Amplifiers and Smart Fibre-Optic High Power Photonics. He teaches MSc courses on fiber components and optical amplifiers in the Advanced Telecoms program. EU Horizon Prize for Breaking the Optical Communications Barrier (2016) Dean's Award (2015) Guinness World Record (2014) As Principal Research Fellow, Jung mentors PhD students and coordinates international research collaborations. His work contributes to next-generation optical communication systems with applications in telecommunications infrastructure.

Periklis PetropoulosView profile

Professor

• Optical Communications
• All-Optical Signal Processing
• Novel Fibre and Waveguide Technologies
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Professor Periklis Petropoulos is a Deputy Director at the Optoelectronic Research Centre (ORC), University of Southampton . His research focuses on Optical Communications , All-Optical Signal Processing , and Novel Fibre and Waveguide Technologies . He leads the Optical Fibre Communications Research Group and serves as Editor-in-Chief of IET Optoelectronics . Education: BSc in Electrical Engineering and Information Technology from University of Patras MSc in Communications Engineering from University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology PhD in Optical Telecommunications from University of Southampton's ORC His work spans nonlinear photonics , integrated photonic circuits , and next-generation fiber communication systems . Current projects include EPSRC Programme Grant Airguide Photonics and the UK's National Dark Fibre Facility . Research themes include silicon nitride photonics , power-efficient multicore fiber amplifiers , and all-optical signal processing . His supervised projects demonstrate intermodal four-wave mixing for broadband wavelength conversion, energy-efficient fiber components , and hybrid optical transmission systems (including Power Over Fiber and Radio Over Fiber). He has secured over £33M in research funding from EPSRC , European Union , and industry partners. External roles include: Editor-in-Chief of IET Optoelectronics (2019–present) Speaker at international conferences (2022–2024) on topics like grating couplers , silicon nitride integration , and SDM amplifiers He leads Telecommunications Systems Lab and has published >570 papers across leading journals and conferences like ECOC and OFC . He has supervised 17 PhD students to completion.

• Fibre Lasers
• Nonlinear Optics
• Raman Lasers
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Dr. Lin Xu is an Associate Professor at the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC), University of Southampton. His expertise lies in Fibre Lasers and Nonlinear Optics, focusing on mode-locked fibre lasers, mid-infrared systems, and biomedical applications. He leads or co-leads research projects with total funding exceeding £8M, including initiatives like 'Transformative Healthcare 2050' and 'EVacuAted OptiCal Fibres'. Education: PhD in Laser Engineering from Shanghai Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics (2012). Joined ORC in 2013. Research: Active in pulsed fibre lasers, nonlinear amplification, and mid-IR technologies. Key interests include Ytterbium/Thulium systems, optical parametric devices, and applications in multiphoton imaging and laser surgery. Recent work emphasizes ultrafast lasers and biomedical integration. Publications: Recent studies cover femtosecond thulium lasers, hollow-core fibre oscillators, and Raman amplification in silicon core fibres. Articles span Optics Letters , Optical Engineering , and Light: Science & Applications . Grants & Leadership: Managed over £8M in grants as PI/Co-I. Serves as Review Editor for Frontiers in Photonics and on OPTICA's Nonlinear Optics Technical Group. Labs & Teams: Member of Gas Photonics in Hollow Core Fibres and Pulsed Fibre Lasers groups. Collaborates on interdisciplinary projects bridging photonics and biomedicine.

• Glass Science
• Optical Materials
• Radiation Shielding
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Manuela Reben serves as a Professor at AGH University of Science and Technology in Kraków, Poland, within the Faculty of Materials Science and Ceramics. Her primary appointment is in the Department of Glass Technology and Amorphous Coatings, with office space in building A-3, room 222. She holds the significant administrative role of Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Cooperation and participates in multiple governance bodies including the Chemical Engineering Discipline Council, Faculty College, University Senate, and Senate Committee on Science. Her research centers on advanced glass systems with specialization in optical materials , radiation shielding composites , and waste glass valorization . Key investigations include structural characterization of rare earth-doped tellurite and phosphate glasses, development of novel compositions for photonic applications, and utilization of industrial glass wastes in sustainable construction materials. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical engineering solutions for laser technology, nuclear shielding, and eco-friendly building products. Analysis of her recent publications (2022-2025) reveals dominant research trajectories in three interconnected domains: (1) Engineering phosphate/tellurite glass matrices doped with rare earth ions for broadband optical amplifiers and laser gain media; (2) Developing radiation-shielding glasses with optimized attenuation properties for medical and nuclear applications; (3) Transforming industrial glass wastes into functional construction materials through sintering process optimization. These efforts demonstrate consistent innovation in glass composition design and property tailoring. Scientific awards: No awards documented in available sources. Advising activities and research grants are not specified in current documentation, though her leadership roles suggest significant mentorship responsibilities. Her departmental affiliation indicates active participation in collaborative research teams focused on glass technology and amorphous materials development.

Sjoerd van der HeideView profile

Researcher

• Optical Communication
• Quantum Cryptography
• Digital Signal Processing
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Sjoerd van der Heide is a University Researcher at Eindhoven University of Technology, affiliated with the Electrical Engineering department and the Electro-Optical Communication group. His work focuses on advanced optical communication systems, with expertise in quantum key distribution, digital signal processing, and space-division multiplexing. Education: MSc in Optical Communication Systems (2017), thesis titled Low-complexity pre-compensation and advanced modulation techniques for high capacity intensity-modulated direct detection systems , supervised by Prof. C.M. Okonkwo. Research interests include: Quantum cryptography over free-space and fiber links GPU-accelerated real-time optical receivers Mode-division multiplexing techniques Holography-based fiber device characterization Atmospheric turbulence compensation Statistical modeling of mode-dependent loss Recent publications demonstrate trends in Continuous-variable QKD integration Co-propagation of classical and quantum signals Neural network applications for transmission High-capacity SDM systems Real-time GPU-based signal processing Off-axis digital holography techniques Scientific awards include: ECOC 2018 Student Paper Award Optica Student Paper Award (2022) OECC 2019 Best Paper Award Active in experimental validation of transmission systems, with collaborations on multi-core fiber implementations, turbulence generators, and software-defined optical receivers. Currently involved in the Zwaartekracht ECO project for integrated nanophotonics research.

• Multicore Fiber Technology
• Pulsed Fiber Lasers
• Nonlinear Optics
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Dr. Sijing Liang is a Senior Research Fellow at the Optoelectronics Research Centre (ORC) at the University of Southampton. She obtained her B.Eng. in Optical Engineering from Zhejiang University, China, and her Ph.D. in optoelectronics from the ORC, where she researched high-power pulsed thulium-doped fibre lasers for nonlinear frequency conversion to mid-IR and visible wavelengths. Following her doctorate, she continued at ORC developing advanced telecom amplifiers using various technologies including multicore fibre amplifiers, Raman amplifiers, and parametric amplifiers. Dr. Liang's research encompasses: Multicore fibre amplifier design and optimization High-power pulsed fibre laser development Nonlinear optical phenomena in fibre systems Telecommunications amplifier technologies Novel fibre-optic device integration Her current projects focus on improving energy efficiency in optical amplifiers and developing new fibre coupling techniques. She has presented her work internationally, including talks on "SDM amplifiers and components" (2023) and "Energy-Efficient Multicore Fiber amplifiers" (2024). Her publications demonstrate consistent focus on improving optical amplifier performance (40%), novel fibre coupling techniques (30%), and mid-IR laser applications (30%), with recent emphasis on hollow-core fibre implementations.

• Optical Transmission Systems
• Space Division Multiplexing
• Quantum Cryptography
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Chigo Okonkwo is Full Professor and Chair of Secured Ultra High Capacity Transmission at the Department of Electrical Engineering , Eindhoven University of Technology. He leads the high-capacity optical transmission laboratory at the Institute for Photonics Integration and contributes to the Center for Quantum Materials and Technology Eindhoven (QT/e) . Academic Qualifications: MSc in Telecommunications and Information Systems, University of Essex (2002) PhD in Optical Signal Processing, University of Essex (2010) Research Interests: Professor Okonkwo focuses on: Maximizing capacity of single-mode fiber systems through advanced-coded modulation and Probabilistic/Geometrically shaped signals Developing Space Division Multiplexing (SDM) systems for Petabit/s transmission using multi-mode/multi-core fibers Quantum secure communications and cryptographic protocol development Optical vector network analyzer (OVNA) technology for SDM fiber characterization Free-space optical link deployment in urban environments Low-complexity digital signal processing algorithms Recent Publications Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2023-2025) demonstrate active research in: Quantum-classical network integration Extreme capacity fiber transmission (Petabit/s systems) Machine learning for optical diagnostics SDM fiber measurement technologies Hybrid QKD-PQC security frameworks Free-space optical urban communication Scientific Awards: Asia Communications and Photonics Conference (ACP) 2018 Best Paper Award European Conference on Optical Communications (ECOC) 2018 Student Paper Award Optica Student Paper Awards (2022) Corning Outstanding Student Paper Competition Finalist (2025) Advisory & Collaborations: Advisor to 8+ researchers including Menno van den Hout, Vincent van Vliet, and Thomas Bradley Technical Program Committee Member, European Conference on Optical Communications (ECOC) since 2014 Sub Committee Chair for Digital Signal Processing track at ECOC 2018 General Chair for OSA Advanced Photonics Congress on Signal Processing for Photonics Collaborates with EU projects (HOMTech, PhotonDelta) and industrial partners Co-founder and Chief Technology Officer of CUbIQ Technologies Laboratory & Infrastructure: Maintains the world-class High Capacity Optical Transmission Lab at TU/e, featuring: Advanced SDM fiber testing equipment Quantum communication research infrastructure Free-space optical link experimental setups Multi-core fiber amplification systems Coherent transmission testbeds Machine learning-enabled diagnostic tools

• Energy Harvesting
• Vibration Energy Harvesting
• Wearable Electronics
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Md Salauddin Rasel is a Research Fellow at the School of Engineering, University of Limerick. He holds a PhD in Energy Harvesting from Kwandong University (2019) and served as an Assistant Professor at East Delta University (2020–2023). His postdoctoral research (Dublin City University, 2023–2024) focuses on advanced energy systems. Research interests center on vibration energy harvesting, wearable electronics, and self-powered sensors. He explores electrospinning for nanomaterial fabrication, triboelectric nanogenerators, and IoT energy management. His work spans marine energy systems, optical fiber communication, and low-power electronics. Publications highlight innovations in ocean wave harvesting, wearable sensors, and energy-autonomous systems. Collaborations include teams in nanotechnology, renewable energy, and biomedical applications. Current projects emphasize real-world deployment of energy-autonomous devices and sustainable power solutions.

Karsten RottwittView profile

Professor

• Fiber Optics
• Nonlinear Optics
• Quantum Photonics
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Karsten Rottwitt is a Professor and Group Leader at the Department of Electrical and Photonics Engineering, Technical University of Denmark. He leads the Fiber Optics, Devices and Non-linear Effects research group and is affiliated with the Centre of Excellence for Silicon Photonics for Optical Communications. His work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable innovation in technology. Research Focus: Fiber optics, nonlinear effects, quantum photonics, and silicon-based photonic platforms. Key Projects: Includes quantum communication systems, mode-division multiplexing, and advanced fiber sensor technologies. Research Interests: Rottwitt’s expertise spans intermodal four-wave mixing, single-photon manipulation, and integrated photonics. His recent work emphasizes applications in quantum communication, high-dimensional entanglement, and novel materials like silicon carbide for photonic devices. Articles Trends: Recent publications focus on efficient frequency conversion using intermodal Bragg scattering, quantum state preservation in fibers, and sensor technologies leveraging few-mode fibers. These studies address challenges in nonlinear optics and quantum information processing. Advising: Supervises PhD students in projects such as Silicon Carbide Quantum Photonics and Effects of Higher-Order Modes on Optical Amplifiers. Grants: Active and completed projects include funding for quantum communication systems and photonic device development. Labs/Teams: Part of the leading research group at DTU, collaborating on integrated silicon carbide photonics and advanced fiber technologies.