Dr. David Ricardo Sánchez Montero is an Associate Professor in the Department of Electronic Technology at the University Carlos III of Madrid. He serves as the Secretary of the Department and specializes in advanced optical fiber technologies with applications in telecommunications, aerospace, and renewable energy systems. His research focuses on Radio-over-Fiber systems, 5G/6G network infrastructure, power-over-fiber implementations, and sensor networks using polymer optical fibers. Education and professional background include expertise across multiple disciplines such as electronics, industrial engineering, and materials science. Key research areas involve optimizing fiber optic deployments for next-generation networks, analyzing signal integrity in 5G fronthaul scenarios, and developing energy-efficient solutions for telecommunication systems. Publications highlight contributions to multicore fiber designs, power delivery over optical links, and sensor applications in aerospace environments. His work bridges theoretical advancements with practical implementations in emerging technologies like 5G and IoT connectivity. Active in collaborative projects and academic activities, he maintains a research group within the Displays and Photonic Applications Group at UC3M.






