Mario Wenning

Mario Wenning is a Researcher at the Chair of Communication Networks (Technical University of Munich). He holds an M.Sc. in Communication Engineering from TUM (2020) and works as an external doctoral candidate while employed in ADVA's Advanced Technology group.

• B.Eng. in Medical Engineering from Baden-Württemberg Cooperative State University (2017)
• 2 years with Siemens Healthineers in MRI development
• Doctoral research at TUM since 2021

His research focuses on quantum key distribution networks, optical network planning, and data-driven network optimization. Key projects include:

• Quantum network management with dynamic routing
• Physical-layer-aware multi-band optical planning
• Long-haul QKD infrastructure development

Recent publications in Journal of Optical Communications and Networking (2023-2025) address:

• QKD network security models
• Meshed network architecture
• Rate-adaptive transceiver optimization
• Trusted node deployment strategies

Associated with multiple research initiatives:

• 6G Future Lab Bavaria
• DFG-funded projects (QCDE, SDN APP AWARE)
• EU 5GPPP VirtuWind
• BMBF SoftwareCampus program