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URL:https://optonet-jena.de/events/optics-meet-up-tip/
SUMMARY:Optics Meet-up @ TIP
DESCRIPTION:Inputs · Talks · Networking\n\n\nA strong expertise in the de
 sign and manufacturing of high-end optical components  - that’s what Je
 na region is famous for.\nPlease feel kindly invited to the 8th edition of
  a unique gathering of leading scientists and developers. \n\n&nbsp\;\n\n
 We are happy to welcome you at the: TIP JENA\nOpening\n#1 Locust or large
  corporate: what to consider when planning for succession or growth\nFabia
 n Rücker\, Partner an Managing Director\, Deutsche Private Equity\n\nWhen
  mid-sized technology companies plan their succession and / or want to acc
 elerate growth\, there are two completely different options on the table: 
 partner with a financial investor or sell the Company to a strategic acqui
 rer. Fabian Rücker aims to explore these options with concrete examples.\
 n\n&nbsp\;\n#2 When Light Breaks Symmetry: "Exceptional" Effects in Kerr R
 esonators\nPhD Lewis Hill\, Senior Scientist\, Max Planck Institute for th
 e Science of Light\n\nSpontaneous symmetry breaking (SSB) is a fascinating
  phenomenon where a system that appears perfectly balanced suddenly shifts
  to an asymmetric state due to an almost imperceptible change—like a pen
 cil tipping over from a perfectly upright position. In optics\, this plays
  out dramatically in Kerr resonators\, where light can unexpectedly choose
  one path over another\, unlocking powerful applications in optical freque
 ncy combs("rulers for light")\, ultra-sensitive gyroscopes\, and all-optic
 al computing. This talk will explore how SSB manifests in these systems\, 
 from the interplay of two and four circulating light fields to the emergen
 ce of Temporal Cavity Soli tons—pulses of light that can interact in une
 xpected ways. Along the way\, we'll see how these effects could lead to ne
 w ways of controlling light and even enable "communication" between soli t
 ons in coupled resonators\, offering a glimpse into the frontiers of nonli
 near optics.\n\n&nbsp\;\n#3 Bridging Photonics: My Journey from Japan to G
 ermany and Research on Silicon Nanophotonics\nKatsuya Tanaka\, PhD Student
  at Max Planck School of Photonics\, Uni Jena\n\nKatsuya Tanaka will share
  his academic journey from Hamamatsu\, Japan\, to Jena\, Germany\, and how
  it shaped his career in photonics—connecting two cities renowned for th
 eir contributions to the field. Over the years\, he has contributed to str
 engthening the Hamamatsu-Jena photonics collaboration\, fostering academic
  and industrial ties between the two. As the only person with degrees from
  both cities\, he has gained a unique perspective on this partnership. In 
 this talk\, he will share his experiences and insights into this collabora
 tion. Additionally\, he will introduce his research on silicon-based meta 
 surfaces for nanoscale light manipulation. These structures allow precise 
 control of light’s amplitude\, phase\, and polarization\, with applicati
 ons in beam shaping\, optical holography\, and miniaturized optical system
 s.\n\n&nbsp\;\nOpen Discussion · Networking until 10:00 pm\n&nbsp\;\nBook
 ing Conditions\n\n 	The event can be booked immediately: HERE Participatio
 n is free of charge.\n 	After your registration you will receive a confirm
 ation.\n\n&nbsp\;\nWe are looking forward to you - the exchange\, the atmo
 sphere and some nice drinks!\n&nbsp\;\nWith your registration\, you agree 
 that your name will be included in a list of participants that is availabl
 e to the other participants and co-organizers. \nYou also acknowledge that
  images and videos of the event can be shown on the websites and social me
 dia platforms of the organizers and co-organizers.
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LOCATION:Technologie &amp\; Innovationspark Jena\, Moritz-von-Rohr-Straße 
 1A // 4th Floor\, Jena\, 07745\, Deutschland
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