Special Event

Academic Forum for Postgraduates in Optical Communications 2026

Description: 

The Academic Forum for Postgraduates in Optical Communications 2026 is jointly hosted by Study on Optical Communications, Progress in Optoelectronics and Communications (POC), and the State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks (OCTN). It aims to continuously identify and nurture young researchers with academic potential and innovative vitality, and to build a high-level, diversified academic exchange platform for master’s and doctoral students across China in optical communications and related interdisciplinary fields. Focusing on the frontiers and adhering to fairness and impartiality, the Forum is committed to promoting interdisciplinary and inter-institutional exchange and to identifying and cultivating emerging young academic talent.

Time: Sunday, 1 November 2026 | 08:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Venue: Conference Room 102C, 1F

Organizers:

Study on Optical Communications Journal

Progress in Optoelectronics and Communications Journal

State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks (OCTN)

Sponsors:

Huibei Provincial Institute of Communications (HBIC)

Peng Cheng Laboratory

FiberHome

Accelink

National Optoelectronics Innovation Center (NOEIC)

CICT Mobile

Wuhan Ligong Guangke (WUTOS)

Learning Conference

Chair：

Hanbing Li, State Key Laboratory of Optical Communication Technologies and Networks (OCTN)

Agenda：

Presider: Songnian Fu

8:00-8:10 Opening

8:10-10:40 Doctoral Students (10 students)

10:40-10:50 Coffee Break

10:50-11:50 Master’s Students (4 students)

11:50-12:00 Announce Results

Student Event - Young Scientists Networking Lunch

Description: 

Join us for an interactive networking lunch bringing together early-career researchers and students with experienced scientists from around the world. This session offers a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, explore shared research interests, gain insights into scientific careers, and build international connections in a welcoming and informal setting. Connect, get inspired, and expand your scientific network!

Time: Monday, 2 November 2026 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Venue: Press Conference Room, 2F

Organizers:

Nicolas Fontaine, Bell Labs, US

Haoshuo Chen, Bell Labs, US

Xiaonon Xu, Bell Labs, US

Bin Chen, Hefei University of Technology, China

Georg Rademacher, University of Stuttgart, Germany

Fiber Short Course

Fiber Connectivity Technologies for AI Data Centers and HPC Systems

Course Description：

The rapid growth of AI clusters is driving unprecedented demands for bandwidth, density, power efficiency, and scalability in optical interconnect systems. Emerging architectures such as co-packaged optics (CPO), near-package optics (NPO), optical circuit switching (OCS), and advanced fiber shuffle solutions are reshaping the design of next-generation AI data centers.

This short course provides an industry-oriented overview of optical connectivity technologies enabling AI infrastructure, covering optical fibers, fiber management architectures, high-density connectors, fiber assemblies, optical test methodologies, and future technology trends. Participants will gain insights into key technical challenges, manufacturing considerations, and innovation opportunities across the optical interconnect ecosystem.

Ideal for engineers, researchers, students, and industry professionals involved in AI networking, photonics, optical communications, and data center infrastructure.

Time: Sunday, 1 November 2026 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Venue: Conference Room 102B, 1F

Module 1: Fiber Technologies for AI Infrastructure

Single-Mode Fiber (SMF)

Multimode Fiber (MMF)

Multicore Fiber (MCF)

Hollow Core Fiber (HCF)

Specialty Fibers for Photonics Applications

Module 2: AI Data Center Optical Interconnects

AI Data Center Network Architecture

Optical Interconnect Technologies for AI Data Centers