Special Session - PICs for Quantum

In this special session we will hear from a range of experts, to discuss photonic integration as applied to the specific application area of quantum. PICs are an exciting and potentially revolutionary technology for optical communications in general; other conference sessions are addressing these main application areas, but in this session we focus entirely on the quantum space. PICs could be transformational for quantum, offering the chance for significantly reduced costs as well as integrating multiple functions on a single chip. Quantum does however bring its own challenges, including the critical need for low attenuation. The session will focus on a comparison of competing materials and structures, to meet these tough requirements. The session will also assess the likely quantum use cases that might benefit from PIC technology.

Speakers

Introduction & NIQI

John Marsh

High Performance Laser sources for Hybrid PIC Quantum Applications

Andrew McKee, Sivers Photonics

Progress and outlook for single photon transmitters  

Jon Heffernan, Sheffield University

Nano-fabrication technology and associated quantum use cases

Mohsin Haji, NPL

Lithium Niobate waveguide devices for quantum applications

Peter Smith, University of Southampton/Covesion

Photonic integration for the quantum internet

Mehdi Namazi, CSO Qunnect